Rickelton, Bavuma centuries dominate Pakistan: 2nd Test, Day 1 (Cape Town)

Makeshift opener Ryan Rickelton and skipper Temba Bavuma scored hundreds to put South Africa on top on day 1 against Pakistan at Newlands.

South Africa won the toss and decided to bat and were wobbling at 72-3.

Rickelton batted the entire first day for an unbeaten 176 off 232 balls and Temba Bavuma made 106 on a batting-friendly pitch. The pair put on 235 for the 4th wicket.

South Africa 316 for 4 (Rickelton 176*, Bavuma 106) vs Pakistan.

Jan 2025.