South Africa vs Pakistan 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Mohammad Abbas, Khurram Shehzad Lead Pak Fightback As SA Slump To 27/3 In Chase

South Africa vs Pakistan 1st Test Day 3 Highlights: Pacers Mohammad Abbas and Khurram Shehzad raised hopes of a rare Test win for Pakistan against South Africa in the opening match at Centurion on Saturday. Chasing 148 to win, the Proteas were reduced to 27/3 with Abbas (2/3) and Khurram (1/22) rattling the top order. Aiden Markram, who hit 89 in the first innings, was unbeaten on 22 while captain Temba Bavuma (0*) played one ball before stumps were called on rain-hit day. South Africa were set a target of 148 runs to win after bowling Pakistan out for 237 in their second innings. Left-arm fast bowler Marco Jansen took six wickets for 52 runs, while Saud Shakeel made 84 for Pakistan. (Scorecard)

Right then, that is it from a scintillating Day 3 or this first Test. For the first time, we can say that South Africa do not have that slight advantage anymore as Pakistan have roared back in this contest and it is nicely poised. With how the game stands at the moment, unless the weather plays a big part, we will not be going to the final day. Day 4 will start at 8 am GMT, but you can join us early for all the build-up. Cheers!

Saud Shakeel fought valiantly with a brilliant 84, shepherding the tail to stretch Pakistan's lead close to 150 in a gritty final session. The target, though modest, promised drama on a spicy surface favoring the pacers. South Africa’s chase began shakily as Tony de Zorzi and Ryan Rickelton fell early, leaving the hosts wobbling. Aiden Markram stood firm amidst the chaos, showing immense grit, but Tristan Stubbs’ late dismissal added to the tension. Mohammad Abbas and Khurram Shahzad were fantastic with the ball and will come out again with more belief that they can defend this target. With bad light