Babar delivers series win over South Africa: 3rd T20 (Lahore)

Barbar Azam was the architect as Pakistan sealed the series 2-1 with a composed four-wicket victory in the 3rd T20 in Lahore.

After being asked to bat, South Africa struggled to build momentum and were dismissed for 139/9 in 20 overs. Pakistan’s bowlers stepped up, with Shaheen Shah Afridi claiming a key three-wicket haul to restrict the visitors.

In reply, Pakistan navigated the chase confidently, finishing on 140/6 in 19.0 overs, thanks largely to a mature innings of 68 off 47 balls from Babar Azam, who anchored the run-chase and earned Player of the Match honours.

Summary Scores: South Africa 139/9 (20.0 ov) — Hendricks 34; Shaheen 3/26 Pakistan 140/6 (19.0 ov) — Babar 68; Bosch 2/24 Result:

Pakistan won by 4 wickets (Series 2–1)

Nov 2025