In the second T20I against South Africa at SuperSport Park, Centurion, on December 13, Pakistan teenager Saim Ayub, unbeaten on 98, was seen urging his partner Abbas Afridi to take a single so he could complete his century.
However, Afridi hit a boundary, leaving Ayub visibly frustrated. Ayub, who opened the batting, was Pakistan’s top scorer as the team posted 205/5.
Despite the strong total, South Africa secured victory by 7 wickets, largely thanks to Reeza Hendricks’ brilliant century.
On December 13, South Africa made history at SuperSport Park, Centurion, by becoming the first team to chase a target of over 200 against Pakistan in T20Is. Reeza Hendricks’ maiden T20I century (117 off 63 balls) powered the hosts to a successful chase of 207 with seven wickets in hand, sealing a 2-0 series lead.
Pakistan’s Saim Ayub delivered a sensational unbeaten knock of 98, featuring 11 fours and five sixes, anchoring his team to a competitive 206/5. However, his efforts were in vain as the Proteas completed the chase with three balls to spare.
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Despite early setbacks, Hendricks and Rassie van der Dussen (50 off 33) steadied the innings, ensuring a comfortable victory for South Africa.