By Pakistan Legends continued their impressive run in the Pakistan Legends WCL 2025, defeating South Africa Champions by 31 runs to remain unbeaten in the tournament with two wins and one tie. It was a balanced performance from both bat and ball, with experienced names stepping up in a high-energy contest.
After losing the toss and being sent in to bat, Pakistan Legends made the most of the opportunity with the bat. Umar Amin was the standout performer at the top, scoring a composed 58 off 42 balls with 4 fours and 3 sixes.
He was well supported in the middle overs by Shoaib Malik, who remained unbeaten with 46 off 34 deliveries, anchoring the innings through key middle stages. Asif Ali provided the late fireworks, smashing 23 off just 11 balls with 2 sixes and a four. He played with a strike rate of 209.09, helping Pakistan finish at a commanding 198/5 in 20 overs.
South Africa’s bowling attack struggled for breakthroughs. Duanne Olivier being the pick of the lot, grabbing 2 wickets for just 19 runs.
In response, South Africa Champions never quite recovered from a shaky start, losing early wickets. Despite a brief resistance from Morne van Wyk, who hammered 44 off 20 balls with 5 fours and 2 sixes at a stunning strike rate of 220, the chase was derailed by tight spin bowling.
Captain Mohammad Hafeez led by example, conceding just 21 runs in his 4 overs and picking up 2 crucial wickets. His bowling broke the back of South Africa’s middle order.
Wayne Parnell (21 off 9) and Aaron Phangiso (13 off 8). Played quick cameos late in the innings, but it wasn’t enough to threaten the target.
Match Summary
- Pakistan Legends: 198/5 (20 overs)
- South Africa Champions: 167/9 (20 overs)
- Result: Pakistan Legends won by 31 runs
With this win, Pakistan Legends stay unbeaten and continue to build strong momentum in the Pakistan Legends WCL 2025.
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