Pakistan clinch series after Abrar spins out Proteas: 3rd ODI (Faisalabad )

Pakistan produced a dominant performance to defeat South Africa by seven wickets in the third ODI, completing a 2-1 series victory. South Africa were bowled out for just 143, with Quinton de Kock top-scoring with 53.

Pakistan’s bowlers maintained relentless pressure, led by Abrar Ahmed, who claimed an outstanding 4-27. Shaheen Shah Afridi and Salman Ali Agha chipped in with two wickets apiece, as South Africa struggled to build meaningful partnerships.

Pakistan made light work of the modest target, reaching 144 for 3 with 149 balls remaining. Saim Ayub anchored the chase with an impressive 77, while Mohammad Rizwan remained unbeaten on 32 to guide his side home comfortably.

Ayub’s aggressive innings set the tone for a comprehensive victory, with Pakistan demonstrating their superiority in all departments to seal the ODI series.

Pakistan 144 for 3 (Ayub 77, Rizwan 32*, Burger 1-29) beat South Africa 143 (De Kock 53, Abrar 4-27, Afridi 2-18, Agha 2-18) by seven wickets.

Nov 2025.