SA vs PAK: Mohammad Abbas Destroys South Africa With Six-Wicket Haul on International Return

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Pakistan’s fast bowler Mohammad Abbas made a dream return to Test cricket, picking up 6-43 as South Africa collapsed to 116-8 on Day 4 of the first Test. This incredible performance has brought Pakistan close to their first Test victory in South Africa in 18 years.

Starting the day at 27-3, South Africa needed 121 more runs to win. Aiden Markram (37) and captain Temba Bavuma (40) showed resistance in the first hour. Abbas bowled a marathon spell of 13 overs and kept testing the batters with his brilliant line and length. After drinks, he dismissed Markram by knocking over his off stump, giving Pakistan the much-needed breakthrough.

Temba Bavuma’s Controversial Dismissal Sparks Collapse

South Africa was in control at 96-4 until Bavuma’s controversial dismissal changed the game. Replays showed the ball brushed Bavuma’s pocket and not his bat, but the South African skipper chose not to review. His dismissal triggered a massive collapse, with the team losing four wickets for just three runs.

Abbas then dismissed David Bedingham (14) and Corbin Bosch (0) in back-to-back deliveries. In between, Kyle Verreynne dragged Naseem Shah’s ball onto his stumps. South Africa’s tailenders Kagiso Rabada (10 not out) and Marco Jansen (5 not out) were fighting hard at lunch, with 32 runs still needed to avoid defeat.

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