South Africa Clinches Series Equalizer with Commanding Win Over Pakistan

South Africa secured an emphatic eight-wicket win over Pakistan in Rawalpindi, leveling the test series. The hosts collapsed in the morning session, unable to extend their lead. South African spinners Simon Harmer and Keshav Maharaj excelled with key wickets. Captain Aiden Markram led the straightforward chase to victory.

South Africa claimed a dominant eight-wicket victory against Pakistan on the fourth day of the second test match in Rawalpindi, concluding the contest before lunch and leveling the two-match series.

Pakistan's batting line-up crumbled in the opening hour, collapsing from an overnight score of 94-4 to being all out for 138. South Africa then briskly reached the 68-run target within 12.3 overs, with skipper Aiden Markram leading the effort by scoring 42 runs. He was eventually dismissed leg before wicket by Noman Ali, just four runs shy of victory.

Outstanding performances from spinners Simon Harmer and Keshav Maharaj saw Pakistan lose their final six wickets for a mere 44 runs, epitomizing their ongoing struggles with the lower order. Harmer recorded an impressive 6-50. Meanwhile, Babar Azam's anticipated contribution was cut short as he fell for 50, further dampening Pakistan's hopes.

(With inputs from agencies.)