Kagiso Rabada he gave a brilliant insight on Day 4 of the Cape Town test in the middle South Africa and Pakistanunderlining why he remains one of the most feared players in world cricket. His stand-up moment came when he got rid of Ghulam and made a special offer.
A dangerous delivery from Kagiso Rabada to Kamran Ghulam
On the last ball of the 67th over, bowling a length ball around the off stump, Rabada got the ball to look good, leaving Ghulam thinking. The batsmen, in an attempt to drive, misjudged the line, playing to deliver straight. However, the ball went between the bat and the pad, giving the off-stump a very good spin.
Rabada is known not only for his bowling ability but also for his fearsome movement on the field, and his celebration after dismissing Ghulam was unheard of. The aggressive performance of the South African pacer was a clear display of passion and competitive spirit. After sending Ghulam's off-stump flying with a sharp, trembling voice, Rabada roared, throwing his fists and running down the ground, unleashing power. This wicket not only revived South Africa but also marked Rabada's 50th Test scalp at the historic Newlands, cementing his legacy at the venue as he continues to delight fans and critics alike.
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Pakistan's incredible struggle in the Cape Town Test
Meanwhile, the first fall which left Pakistan all out for 194, the visitors put up a tough fight after being forced to follow on. Facing a massive 421-run deficit, Pakistan's opening batsmen Shan Masood and Babar Azam showed great interest and commitment. The pair added a record-breaking partnership of 205 runs, mocking the South African bowlers on a tough wicket. Babar, the epitome of consistency, scored 81 runs off 170 balls, capping his innings with book-length hits. Shan Masood, under pressure after failing in the first innings, stopped the opposition with the captain's knock, making the long-awaited century that laid the foundation for Pakistan's resistance.
South Africa seal series with a commanding victory
Despite Pakistan's strong comeback, South Africa finished the game strongly within four days, winning the series 2-0. Chasing a modest target of 58, South Africa made light work of the chase, thankfully David Bedingham's explosive cameo. He was promoted to open the cause Ryan RickeltonBedingham smashed 44 runs off 30 balls, leading South Africa to victory. with all 10 wickets in hand only in 7.1. Earlier in the day, Rabada (3/115) is a spinner Keshav Maharaj (3/137) continued to dominate Pakistan's batting line-up, ensuring the hosts were in control despite Masood's brave 145.