🏏 Pakistan Defeat South Africa by 93 Runs in Thrilling Lahore Test — Noman Ali Shines Bright

Pakistan celebrate a memorable Test victory against South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

Lahore, October 2025: Pakistan produced an all-round performance to outclass South Africa by 93 runs in the opening Test match at Gaddafi Stadium. Spinner Noman Ali was the hero, taking a total of 10 wickets in the match to lead Pakistan to a strong start in the series.

🌟 Pakistan’s First Innings: Steady Start by Agha and Imam

Batting first, Pakistan posted 378 runs thanks to brilliant knocks from Salman Ali Agha (93 off 145) and Imam-ul-Haq (93 off 153). Both fell short of centuries but ensured a solid total. For South Africa, Senuran Muthusamy took 6 wickets for 117 runs, while Prenelan Subrayen added 2 wickets.

🇿🇦 South Africa’s Response: de Zorzi Fights Hard

South Africa were bowled out for 269 in reply. Tony de Zorzi hit a classy 104, supported by Ryan Rickelton’s 71. Pakistan’s Noman Ali dominated with figures of 6 for 112, while Sajid Khan chipped in with 3 for 98.

🏏 Pakistan’s Second Innings: Spinners Strike Back

In their second innings, Pakistan were dismissed for 167. Babar Azam (42) and Abdullah Shafique (41) were the top scorers. South African spinners Muthusamy (5-57) and Simon Harmer (4-51) exploited the turn on the Lahore pitch.

🔥 Final Innings: Noman Ali and Shaheen Seal the Win

Chasing 277 runs, South Africa’s batting lineup crumbled under pressure, bowled out for 183. Dewald Brevis (54) and Rickelton (45) tried to resist, but Noman Ali (4-79) and Shaheen Shah Afridi (4-33) sealed the match for Pakistan.

🏆 Match Summary

• Pakistan 1st Innings: 378 (Agha 93, Imam 93; Muthusamy 6-117)
• South Africa 1st Innings: 269 (de Zorzi 104; Noman 6-112)
• Pakistan 2nd Innings: 167 (Babar 42; Muthusamy 5-57)
• South Africa 2nd Innings: 183 (Brevis 54; Shaheen 4-33, Noman 4-79)

✅ Result:

Pakistan won by 93 runs

⭐ Key Performers

• Player of the Match: Noman Ali – 10 wickets in the match
• Top Scorer: Salman Ali Agha & Imam-ul-Haq – 93 each
• Best Bowler: Noman Ali (6/112 & 4/79)

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📅 What’s Next?

Pakistan now lead the two-match Test series 1-0. The next Test will take place in Karachi, where South Africa will look to level the series while Pakistan aim to clinch a clean sweep at home.

👉 Also read: Pakistan Test Squad 2025 — Full Team & Player List

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