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LAHORE: The Chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), Mohsin Naqvi, praised the national Test team for their impressive victory over the reigning World Test Champions, South Africa.
Pakistan secured a commanding 93-run victory in the first Test of the two-match series at the Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday.
In a statement issued after the win, Naqvi congratulated captain Shan Masood, players, and the entire team management for the impressive all-round display that gave Pakistan a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.
“Pakistan has triumphed against the World Test Champion team — this victory is a result of teamwork,” said Mohsin Naqvi. “Our players showcased excellence in every department, from batting to bowling and fielding.”
The PCB Chairman expressed hope that the team would continue their winning momentum in the upcoming Test, adding that the performance reflected a renewed sense of discipline and unity within the squad.
“I congratulate the captain, all players, and the management for this outstanding win,” he said. “I am confident the team will maintain this consistency in the second Test as well.”
Pakistan’s victory was built on the brilliance of Noman Ali and Shaheen Shah Afridi, who shared eight wickets between them to bowl South Africa out for 183 on the fourth day.
Shaheen struck early in the morning session, removing Tony de Zorzi with the third delivery of the day to set the tone.
Noman continued to apply pressure from the other end, dismissing Tristan Stubbs cheaply before accounting for the dangerous Dewald Brevis, who had briefly revived South Africa’s hopes with a brisk 54.
Ryan Rickelton contributed 41 in a fighting partnership with Brevis, but once both fell, Pakistan took firm control of the match. Sajid Khan chipped in with two crucial wickets, while Noman and Shaheen ran through the rest of the lineup.
Shaheen wrapped up the innings by removing Kyle Verreynne (19), Prenelan Subrayen (8), and Kagiso Rabada (0), sealing Pakistan’s dominant victory before tea.
READ: Pakistan seal commanding win over South Africa in Lahore Test
