WATCH: Pakistan, South Africa squads arrive in Rawalpindi ahead of second Test

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan and South Africa squads arrived here on Friday for the forthcoming second Test, set to be played on October 20 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium.

Upon arrival from Lahore, players from both teams received a warm reception at the hotel.

Pakistan and South Africa will hold practice sessions tomorrow (12:30 to 15:30) for three hours and on Sunday (10:00 to 13:00) for two hours at the Islamabad club.

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Following training on Sunday, captains from both teams will hold the pre-match press conference at the Stadium.

Meanwhile, the second Test is scheduled to begin on October 20 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, with the hosts holding an unassailable 1-0 lead in the two-match series.

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Pakistan is riding high on their 93-run victory in the opening Test at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore.

The hosts defended a target of 277, bowling out South Africa for 183 on the fourth day to take a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.

Noman Ali starred for the home side with the ball, picking up ten wickets in the match — 6/112 in the first and 4/79 in the second innings.

For his outstanding performance, Noman was adjudged player of the match.

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