PAK vs SA Live Score

6:20 PM IST Right then, that’s all from this rather one-sided contest, as Pakistan level the series 1-1 and set up a mouth-watering decider. The action resumes in less than 24 hours, on 1st November, Saturday, at the same venue - the iconic Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The final T20I promises to be a cracker, and the first ball will be bowled at 3 pm GMT. As always, we’ll be with you early for all the build-up and pre-match chatter. Until then, take care and goodbye!

6:19 PM IST Salman Agha, the victorious skipper of Pakistan, says that South Africa outplayed them in the first game, and they did the same to them today, which sets it perfectly for the final game. Adds that they bowled well upfront and were ahead in the game. Mentions that the team that puts the first punch usually ends up on the winning side. Tells that everyone bowled well, and adds that Salman Mirza is working hard and learning new things. Further says that he is the backup for Shaheen Afridi and is becoming a first-choice player now. Reckons that they need to give time for Saim Ayub as he can play for the next 10 years. Hopes for him to continue and become a big player for Pakistan.

6:17 PM IST Donovan Ferreira, the captain of South Africa, says that they did not bat well, and it is hard to defend such a low score. Adds that you are not giving the bowlers enough runs, but now they will focus on the last game. Mentions that they were just not good enough with the bat, but it is a good thing they do not have much time to think about it as it is a short turnaround for the next game. Says that they can take a lot of learning from this game, the wicket got much better in the second innings when the dew settled in. Ends by saying that there is always pressure on you but you need to cherish it.

6:13 PM IST Salman Mirza is the PLAYER OF THE MATCH for his fine bowling effort. Says that the plan was simple to bowl within the stumps and according to the wicket, and as per the condition. Adds that the quicker they assess, the better they get the result. Mentions that making a comeback is always good, and shares that he prepares well whenever the chance comes for him. Closes by adding that the slower ball to Matthew Breetzke was his best wicket as it held in the wicket and took the off-stump.

6:01 PM IST Presentation Time...

6:01 PM IST Frankly, there isn't much to analyze about South Africa's bowling effort when they were left to defend such a paltry score. Corbin Bosch managed the only breakthrough, but the rest of the attack was essentially neutralized. While it's tough to fault them entirely given the circumstances, they clearly have to step up their game significantly in the next game.