South Africa Chase 121 to Win First Test
South Africa Chase 121 to Win First Test

South Africa Chase 121 to Win First Test

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South Africa and Pakistan are locked in a closely contested first Test match at Centurion, with South Africa needing 121 more runs to win on the fourth day. South Africa's Marco Jansen's six-wicket haul and Corbin Bosch's record-breaking 81 not out were pivotal in giving the hosts a first-innings lead of 90 runs. Pakistan, battling back with their pacers, managed to set a target of 148 runs for South Africa, with Saud Shakeel scoring a crucial 84 in the second innings. Despite early Pakistani breakthroughs that left South Africa at 27/3, Aiden Markram and Temba Bavuma aim to stabilize the innings. The match is critical for South Africa as a win would secure them a spot in the World Test Championship final. The series has witnessed intense moments, including an on-field altercation involving Pakistan's Kamran Ghulam and South Africa's Kagiso Rabada, highlighting the high stakes and competitive spirit of the contest.

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