South Africa vs Pakistan Highlights, Day 2 of 1st Test: Pakistan in 88/3 in 22 overs, Trail By 2 Runs

South Africa vs Pakistan Live : PAK 88/3 At Stumps, Trail By 2 Runs

Stumps on Day 2 as bad light forces an early end to play! South Africa took control of the day with crucial late breakthroughs, halting Pakistan's promising start to their second innings. Saim Ayub began with a flurry of boundaries but was bowled by a searing delivery from Kagiso Rabada. Marco Jansen, introduced as the fourth bowler in the innings, made an immediate impact by dismissing Pakistan's skipper, caught at third slip, and later removing Kamran Ghulam with a sharp catch at gully.Pakistan remain two runs shy of avoiding the follow-on, and the pitch has begun to show uneven bounce, with some deliveries keeping low. However, the surface still offers opportunities for batting, especially for those who can settle in. This Test match is shaping up to be a nail-biter, and we might even see a result by tomorrow. Be sure to join us for what promises to be an exciting day of cricket!

South Africa vs Pakistan Live Score: Hosts Bowled Out For 301, Lead By 90 Runs

South Africa were bowled out with a 90-run lead, and they owe much of that to Corbin Bosch, whose unbeaten 81 is the highest score by a debutant batting at number 9 in Test cricket. When Aiden Markram was dismissed for 89, the team was at 213 for 8, with just a 2-run lead. But Bosch played a crucial knock, first partnering with Rabada and then with Paterson, helping South Africa surpass the 300-run mark. His knock featured 15 boundaries, showcasing some elegant strokes. Pakistan's bowlers struggled against the tail, with most of the attack coming from the three main specialists, and fatigue was evident. While Markram's 89 provided a solid foundation, Bosch's 81* has certainly put South Africa in a strong position. On this pitch, any lead was significant, and a 90-run advantage could prove to be match-defining. The players have taken tea, and we'll resume shortly.

SA vs PAK Live Updates: South Africa Lose 8th Wicket, Take Slender Lead

Khurram Shahzad bowled a surprise short ball to Aiden Markram, who attempted to pull it but got a glove on the delivery. The ball was caught easily by wicketkeeper Rizwan moving to his left. It was a crucial wicket for Pakistan, leaving the South African camp stunned as Markram failed to adjust to the short ball. The South African star missed out his century as he finished on 89. The hosts lead by 39 runs.

Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test Live: SA innings summary at Lunch break

South Africa's dominance in the first session was tempered by the quick wickets of Temba Bavuma and David Bedingham, leaving them at 180/5 at the lunch break. Pakistan had a few bright moments, with Aamer Jamal removing Bavuma and Naseem Shah dismissing Bedingham, but Markram has looked resolute, remaining unbeaten on 81.

The decision to bring Khurram Shahzad on late raised questions, as he bowled just four overs. Kyle Verreynne joined Markram at the crease, and while Pakistan fought back, they will need to be at their best to break the partnership.

South Africa vs Pakistan Live Score: South Africa lose their 5th wicket

Naseem Shah made a crucial breakthrough in the 45th over, dismissing David Bedingham for 30. Bedingham played a careless shot, pushing at a delivery from Naseem that was caught by Kamran Ghulam at first slip. The wicket came at a vital moment as South Africa were building a partnership before Bedingham's departure but Aiden Markram still going strong on 81.

1st innings: South Africa 180/5 in 46 overs Aiden Markram 81* Kyle Verreynne 0*

Centurion Test Live Score: South Africa lose fourth wicket!

Aamer Jamal provided Pakistan with a crucial breakthrough on Day 2, dismissing Temba Bavuma for 31, caught behind. Since then, Aiden Markram has continued to look solid, moving to 73, while David Bedingham, who came in after Bavuma's departure, has played aggressively, scoring 7 off 8 balls. Mohammad Abbas has struggled for consistency, and despite a few tight overs but South Africans continue to look comfortable at the crease.

1st innings: South Africa 149/4 in 39.4 overs Aiden Markram 73* David Bedingham 9*

PAK vs SA Centurion Test Live Updates: South Africa cross 100 runs

After a steady start to the day, Temba Bavuma and Aiden Markram have solidified South Africa's innings with a crucial partnership. Markram has looked in good touch, particularly with an exquisite on-drive for four, while Bavuma has been steady at the crease, picking up occasional boundaries. Mohammad Abbas and Naseem Shah have maintained consistent pressure, but the breakthrough remains elusive. With both batters showing resilience, South Africa's score has moved forward without major setbacks, and they'll look to extend their partnership.

1st innings: South Africa 120/3 in 32 overs Aiden Markram 69* Temba Bavuma 20*

SA vs PAK Live Updates: Aiden Markram hits half century

Aiden Markram continued his solid innings with an attractive half-century, playing a couple of elegant drives off Naseem Shah to reach 50. Temba Bavuma showed resilience in defense, surviving some tight deliveries from both Naseem and Mohammad Abbas.

The bowlers kept up the pressure, with Abbas finding the outside edge but no success, and Naseem testing Bavuma with precise lines. Despite the pressure, Markram's positive strokeplay has ensured South Africa stays in control of the morning session.

1st innings: South Africa 93/3 in 26 overs Aiden Markram 57* Temba Bavuma 5*

South Africa vs Pakistan Live Score on Day 2

Welcome to Day 2 of the 1st Test between South Africa and Pakistan at Centurion. South Africa, trailing Pakistan's first-innings total of 211 by 129 runs, will resume at 82 for 3, with Aiden Markram unbeaten on 47. The day has started with a thrilling contest, as both teams have fought hard for control.

South Africa's bowlers, led by Paterson and Bosch, dominated Pakistan in the morning, reducing them to 209. Pakistan struck back with the ball, but Markram's resilience keeps the Proteas in the hunt. Expect another gripping day of cricket as the battle intensifies.

1st innings: South Africa 82/3 in 22 overs Aiden Markram 47* Temba Bavuma 4*

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At stumps on Day 1, Pakistan were bowled out for 211 runs. South Africa's bowlers, led by Dane Paterson's five-wicket haul and Corbin Bosch's four-wicket performance, dominated the day. In response, South Africa reached 82 for 3 by the end of the 22nd over, with Aiden Markram unbeaten on 47 runs. The match is poised for an exciting continuation on Day 2.

1st innings: South Africa 82/3 in 22 overs Aiden Markram 47* Temba Bavuma 4*

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Between the 18th and 22nd overs of South Africa's innings, Aiden Markram continued his solid performance, reaching 47 runs off 67 balls. Temba Bavuma supported him with 4 runs off 23 balls. By the end of the 22nd over, South Africa had scored 82 for 3, trailing Pakistan by 129 runs.

1st innings: South Africa 82/3 in 22 overs Aiden Markram 47* Temba Bavuma 4*

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Between the 9th and 16th overs of South Africa's innings, Pakistan's bowlers maintained pressure. Aiden Markram and Tristan Stubbs added 46 runs, with Markram contributing 24 runs off 33 balls and Stubbs 22 runs off 14 balls. In the 16th over, Mohammad Abbas dismissed Stubbs for 9, leaving South Africa at 70 for 3.

1st innings: South Africa 70/3 in 16 overs Aiden Markram 41* Temba Bavuma 0*

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In the first eight overs of South Africa's innings, Pakistan's bowlers made early inroads. Khurram Shahzad dismissed Tony de Zorzi for 2 in the third over and Ryan Rickelton for 8 in the seventh over. Aiden Markram remained unbeaten, guiding South Africa to 38 for 2 by the end of the eighth over.

1st innings: South Africa 38/2 in 8 overs Aiden Markram 32* Tristan Stubbs 4*

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Between the 57th over and the end of Pakistan's innings, the tailenders added crucial runs. Mohammad Abbas and Khurram Shahzad formed a resilient partnership, contributing 24 runs. Corbin Bosch eventually dismissed Shahzad, securing his fifth wicket and concluding Pakistan's innings at 231 all out. South Africa's disciplined bowling, led by Bosch's 5 for 61, effectively contained Pakistan's batting lineup.

1st innings: Pakistan 211/10 in 56 overs Khurram Shahzad 11* Mohammad Abbas 10*

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Between the 49th and 56th overs, Pakistan's lower order faced a relentless South African bowling attack. Aamer Jamal contributed a quick 28 runs before being bowled by Corbin Bosch. Dane Paterson secured his fifth wicket, dismissing Salman Agha for 18. South Africa's disciplined bowling reduced Pakistan to 207 for 9 by the end of the 56th over.

1st innings: Pakistan 203/9 in 56 overs Khurram Shahzad 9* Mohammad Abbas 4*

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Between the 42nd and 48th overs, Pakistan's lower-order batsmen, Salman Agha and Aamer Jamal, displayed resilience against South Africa's persistent bowling attack. They added 31 runs, with Agha contributing 14 runs off 24 balls and Jamal 12 runs off 21 balls. Despite the challenging conditions, the pair managed to stabilize the innings, guiding Pakistan to 179 for 6 by the end of the 48th over.

1st innings: Pakistan 179/6 in 48 overs Aamer Jamal 21* Agha Salman 15*

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Between the 30th and 41st overs, Pakistan's innings faced significant challenges. Kamran Ghulam and Mohammad Rizwan attempted to stabilize the innings, but South Africa's bowlers, particularly Dane Paterson, maintained pressure. Paterson's disciplined line and length resulted in crucial breakthroughs, including the dismissal of Ghulam for 54. The persistent bowling attack limited Pakistan's scoring opportunities, leading to a precarious position at 148 for 6 by the end of the 41st over.

1st innings: Pakistan 147/6 in 41 overs Aamer Jamal 4* Agha Salman 5*

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Since coming back from lunch, between the 24th and 29th overs, Pakistan's batsmen Kamran Ghulam and Mohammad Rizwan faced a challenging South African pace attack. They managed to add 35 runs, with Ghulam contributing 23 runs off 22 balls, including three fours and a six, and Rizwan adding 13 runs off 21 balls with one boundary. The bowlers, particularly Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, maintained the pressure with disciplined lines and lengths, creating several play-and-miss situations and delivering deliveries that troubled the batsmen. Despite the testing conditions, Ghulam and Rizwan's partnership provided some stability to Pakistan's innings.

1st innings: Pakistan 110/4 in 29 overs Kamran Ghulam 35* Mohammad Rizwan 20*

South Africa vs Pakistan Live Score: PAK 88/4 at Lunch

Pakistan's innings sees a mix of struggle and brief aggression as they reach 88-4 at lunch. After a challenging first hour, the debutant Corbin Bosch struck early, removing Shan Masood, and followed it up with a key wicket of Saim Ayub. Pakistan's batting has lacked stability, with Babar Azam also falling cheaply.

Despite the wickets falling, Kamran Ghulam showed resilience with a couple of boundaries, including a six, while Mohammad Rizwan is trying to rebuild. South Africa's bowlers, particularly Bosch and Paterson, have been effective in exploiting the conditions.

1st innings: Pakistan 88/4 in 24 overs Kamran Ghulam 23* Mohammad Rizwan 10*

Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test Live: Pakistan lose fourth wicket

OUT! Pakistan's troubles deepen as they lose their fourth wicket, with Saud Shakeel departing for a quick 14 off 6 balls. Shakeel's attempt to pull a short delivery from Corbin Bosch results in an inside edge that is caught by Verreynne behind the stumps. The wicket falls as a review confirms a spike on UltraEdge while Mohammad Rizwan joins Kamran Ghulam at the crease with Pakistan struggling to gain momentum.

1st innings: Pakistan 65/4 in 20 overs Kamran Ghulam 6* Mohammad Rizwan 4*

Pakistan vs South Africa Day 1 Live Score: Babar Azam is dismissed!

BABAR AZAM IS CAUGHT AT SLIP! Things continue to worsen for Pakistan as they lose their third wicket, with captain Babar Azam falling cheaply. Paterson delivers a length ball wide outside off, and Babar Azam, with minimal foot movement, pushes at it, only to find a thick edge that carries to Markram at second slip. Babar departs for just 4 off 11 balls. The fall of this wicket leaves Pakistan struggling with three wickets down while the new batter walks in is Saud Shakeel, who hits Paterson for three consecutive boundaries!

1st innings: Pakistan 53/3 in 18 overs Kamran Ghulam 0* Saud Shakeel 12*

Pakistan vs South Africa 1st Test Live: Pakistan lose their second wicket!

Pakistan lose two wickets in quick succession, with both openers dismissed in the span of two overs. Saim Ayub is the latest to go, caught behind by keeper Verreynne off a beauty from Paterson. The ball straightened off the deck, catching Ayub in his crease and faintly edging through. He departs for 14 off 35 balls.

Kamran Ghulam is the new batter in as Pakistan now have two batters on the crease. Whatever discussion South Africans had during the drinks break has done wonders!

1st innings: Pakistan 40/2 in 16.3 overs Babar Azam 4* Kamran Ghulam 0*

Pakistan vs South Africa Day 1 Live Score: PAK lose their 1st wicket!

Pakistan lose their captain Shan Masood right after the drinks break as Corbin Bosch makes an immediate impact with his debut delivery. Bosch gets Masood caught behind, with Marco Jansen taking a well-judged catch at first slip. Masood departs for 17 off 58 balls, marking a significant breakthrough for the debutant, who could hardly have asked for a better start to his Test career. This wicket comes at a crucial time, following a probing and testing first hour of play. Babar Azam walks out at No. 3

1st innings: Pakistan 40/1 in 14.2 overs Saim Ayub 14* Babar Azam 4*

PAK vs SA Centurion Test Live Updates: Pakistan openers build a partnership

The Pakistan openers have done well to evade the early onslaught from Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen, who bowled some fine, probing deliveries but were unlucky not to find the outside edge. Shan Masood and Saim Ayub have looked solid so far, staying calm under pressure.

The pacers, especially Rabada, have shown great skill, testing the batters with relentless lines and lengths, but the openers have managed to thwart them. Dane Paterson has replaced Jansen and is also putting in a disciplined shift, though his no-balls have been a slight concern.

1st innings: Pakistan 36/0 in 14 overs Shan Masood 17* Saim Ayub 14*

PAK vs SA Centurion Test Live Updates: Pak openers fight on

South Africa's bowlers maintain their dominance in the early stages. Kagiso Rabada delivered a maiden in the 7th over, keeping Saim Ayub and Shan Masood pinned at the crease.

Marco Jansen's fiery spell saw Shan Masood finding a boundary in the 6th over with a brilliant pull shot, but it was the only highlight for Pakistan. Rabada's precision and Jansen's bounce are troubling the batters, with runs hard to come by.

1st innings: Pakistan 17/0 in 8 overs Shan Masood 13* Saim Ayub 4*

SA vs PAK Live Updates: Playing 11s

South Africa Playing 11: Tony de Zorzi, Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton, Tristan Stubbs, Temba Bavuma(c), David Bedingham, Kyle Verreynne(w), Marco Jansen, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Dane Paterson

Pakistan Playing 11: Shan Masood(c), Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Saud Shakeel, Salman Agha, Aamer Jamal, Naseem Shah, Khurram Shahzad, Mohammad Abbas

Meanwhile Marco Jansen is bowling from the other end and it's not that comfortable for the two left-handed openers at the moment

1st innings: Pakistan 2/0 in 2.5 overs Shan Masood 2* Saim Ayub 0*

South Africa vs Pakistan Live Score: SA opt to field first!

Hello and welcome to the Live coverage of South Africa vs Pakistan 1st Test from Centurion. Hosts have won the toss and invited PAK to bat first on what appears to be a traditional fast SuperSport Park surface.

Pakistan captain Shan Masood is facing the new ball by Kagiso Rabada, who is bowling with some venom. Saim Ayub is standing at the other end. Stay tuned for the match line-ups next!

1st innings: Pakistan 1/0 in 1 over Shan Masood 1* Saim Ayub 0*