South Africa put in a commanding performance at Newlands, Cape Town, to secure a 10-wicket victory over Pakistan in the second Test. This resounding victory not only completed a 2-0 series sweep but also reaffirmed the Proteas’ dominance in the current ICC World Test Championship (WTC).
Match summary
The hosts showed their supremacy right from the start, amassing a mammoth total of 615 runs in the first innings. Pakistan’s batting faltered in response as they were bowled out for just 194, forcing South Africa to prevail. Aided by a valiant effort in their second innings, led by captain Shan Masood’s 145, Pakistan posted 478 on the board.
South Africa’s bowlers were relentless, with Keshav Maharaj, Marco Jansen and Kagiso Rabada leading the attack. The duo dismantled Pakistan’s batting lineup with precision, ensuring a target of just 58 runs for their batsmen.
South Africa’s Decisive Pursuit
The Proteas He wasted no time in pursuing the insignificant objective.reaching 58 without losing a wicket in just 7.1 overs. Openers Aiden Markram and David Bedingham showed composure and style, sealing the victory in style. This comprehensive victory underlined South Africa’s overall excellence and tactical superiority throughout the series.
Temba Bavuma’s impeccable record as captain
The series win also marked another milestone for South Africa captain Temba Bavuma, who is yet to taste defeat as a Test skipper. With seven wins and one draw in eight matches, Bavuma’s leadership continues to elevate the team’s performance.
South Africa’s eyes on ICC World Test Championship final
With the series concluded, South Africa now turns its attention to the ICC World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord’s in June. The Proteas will look to carry this momentum into the high-stakes encounter, looking to cement their place as one of the best teams in world cricket.
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Here are the fans’ reactions:
#Congratulations #PakistanCricket teams from different eras and to date for this great achievement 👏🙌🥳😜 #Pakistan #SAvPAK #PAKvsSA https://t.co/vIn7h8WCen
—Kunal Chatterjee (@KunalCh37079569) January 6, 2025
Since 2013, Pakistan has played 20 Tests in Australia, South Africa and New Zealand, losing all 20 of them.#SAvPAK | #PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/hV6t5H45JJ
– Grassroots Cricket (@grassrootscric) January 6, 2025
Pakistan last 20 test matches in Australia and South Africa:
lost 20
Won 0
Tied 0#SAvPAK #Cricket—Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) January 6, 2025
Pakistan’s Test record in Australia and South Africa since 1999
Matches 30
Won 1
lost 29The only victory was in Port Elizabeth, now known as Gqeberha, in 2007. Pakistan has made 11 tours to Australia and South Africa since 1999.
— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) January 6, 2025
🚨Pakistan’s last 16 tests in SENA countries
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– Pakistan did not win in the 16 test matches of the SENA countries.#SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/bw0yf9vrfB
—Sama Umair (@umair6723) January 6, 2025
Temba Bavuma has NEVER lost a Test match as captain. Unreal things 🥵 #SAvPAK #PAKvsSA pic.twitter.com/h5PlAqMLUV
-Ahtasham Riaz (@ahtashamriaz22) January 6, 2025
South Africa won New Year’s Test against Pakistan
Dashboard: https://t.co/J6YlClks2c #SAvPAK #Proof #cricket pic.twitter.com/d5jHgIZVoR
– CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) January 6, 2025
🚨 SOUTH AFRICA MOVES TO NUMBER 2 IN ICC TEST RANKINGS 🚨
– India drops to No. 3 in ICC Test Rankings.#PAKvsSA #SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/Op6MTnhiND
-Tanveer (@tanveermamdani) January 6, 2025
Temba bavuma to Babar Azam #PAKvsSA #SAvPAK pic.twitter.com/rAN0aR0DCb
— memes_hallabol (@memes_hallabol) January 6, 2025
Pakistan faced 3-0 in Australia (2024) and 2-0 in South Africa (2025), but the results do not reflect the real picture. Pakistan played better cricket under the captaincy of Shan Masood. Pakistan’s common problem remained the collapse in tours between Australia and South Africa. #SAvPAK
— PTI Murree and kotlisattian (@Satti78678) January 6, 2025
It has been 2416 days since Pakistan last won a Test match in the SENA countries.#SAvPAK #SAvsPAK #PAKvsSA #PAKvSA 🇿🇦🇵🇰 pic.twitter.com/TP3IhJ4CYu
— Pro Cricket PK🇵🇰 (@Pro_CricketPK) January 6, 2025