Pakistan will take on South Africa in the 26th match of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai, on October 27. In the upcoming clash against South Africa, the Men In Green find themselves in the position of underdogs, having garnered a mere four points from their last five matches in the tournament. Their recent form is cause for concern, with three losses in their most recent outings. Consequently, the team management is fervently anticipating a resurgent performance from their players when they step onto the field this Friday.
Pakistan's batting lineup heavily depends on the explosive prowess of Mohammad Rizwan, who stands as the team's top run-scorer in the tournament, amassing an impressive 302 runs at a stellar average of 75.50, complemented by a strike rate of 95.87. This remarkable tally comprises a century and a half-century. In the realm of bowling, the left-arm pace maestro, Shaheen Afridi, leads the wicket-takers' chart, claiming 10 scalps at an admirable average of 25.10.
Aiden Markram's optimism rides high on South Africa's quest to sustain their victorious run. Their latest performance, a resounding 149-run triumph against Bangladesh in Mumbai, signifies their dominant form. Having secured convincing victories against both England and Bangladesh, South Africa currently holds the second position in the standings, amassing eight points from five matches in the competition.
South Africa gradually ticking all boxes at World Cup 2023
The management eagerly anticipates the players' pivotal contributions, both with the bat and the ball, in South Africa's bid to secure a coveted playoff spot in the tournament. The Proteas boast a formidable bowling contingent in this year's World Cup, led by the fiery pacer Kagiso Rabada, who leads the wickets tally with an exceptional 10 scalps at a remarkable average of 21.90. Emerging talent Marco Jansen offers robust support, tallying 10 wickets at a commendable average of 24.70 and a respectable economy rate of 6.50.
South Africa places substantial reliance on the skills of Quinton de Kock, Rassie Van Der Dussen, Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Heinrich Klaasen to amass significant runs. Presently, Quinton de Kock stands as the leading run-scorer for the team, boasting an impressive total of 407 runs at a stellar average of 81.40, adorned with three centuries. Meanwhile, Heinrich Klaasen has contributed 288 runs at an astonishing average of 57.60, complemented by a remarkable strike rate of 150.78.
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