Twitter reactions: Aiden Markram, Tabraiz Shamsi shine as South Africa pip Pakistan in a thriller – World Cup 2023

South Africa and Pakistan played out a nail-biting thriller in the ODI World Cup 2023 on Friday where the Proteas managed to register a victory by 1 wicket at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Tabraiz Shamsi restricts Pakistan for a below par total

Pakistan’s batting innings saw them amass a total of 270 runs, with all wickets falling in 46.4 overs. Babar Azam played a pivotal role in the innings, contributing 50 runs from 65 deliveries, including 4 fours and 1 six. Saud Shakeel provided valuable support with a well-crafted 52 runs off 52 balls, featuring 7 fours.

Shadab Khan‘s explosive batting added 43 runs off 36 balls, embellished with 3 fours and 2 sixes. However, Tabraiz Shamsi was the standout bowler for South Africa, claiming 4 wickets for 60 runs in his 10-over spell. Marco Jansen and Gerald Coetzee also played a crucial role in restricting Pakistan’s innings, with 3 and 2 wickets, respectively.

Aiden Markram leads South Africa to victory

Chasing a target of 271 runs, South Africa had a collective effort from their batting lineup. Aiden Markram was the star performer, amassing 91 runs from 93 deliveries, including 7 fours and 3 sixes. The South African innings showcased resilience and teamwork, with several players making useful contributions. Eventually, South Africa reached the target with 1 wicket to spare, securing a thrilling victory.

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Shaheen Afridi was Pakistan’s standout bowler, claiming 3 wickets for 45 runs in his 10-over spell. Haris Rauf and Mohammad Wasim also made vital contributions, picking up 2 wickets each. The nail-biting encounter concluded with South Africa winning by just 1 wicket, a testament to the competitive nature of the game and the World Cup’s unpredictability.

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Here is how Twitter reacted:

Massive game and a massive victory for South Africa. #SAvPAK #ICCCricketWorldCup

— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) October 27, 2023

Pakistan virtually knocked out of the World Cup. If they couldn’t win this one don’t even think they can win three out of three next #PAKvSA

— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) October 27, 2023

Hey Keshav….you are the Maharaj 🙏🏽#CWC23 #SAvPak

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) October 27, 2023

South Africa defeated Pakistan in an ICC event for the first time in 23 years. pic.twitter.com/fnmomSFLyM

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) October 27, 2023

SOUTH AFRICA DEFEATED PAKISTAN BY 1 WICKET……!!!!!! 🇿🇦

– One of the greatest matches in World Cup history. pic.twitter.com/XuQ3ZNXHUq

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) October 27, 2023

Another day, another brilliant knock from Aiden Markram 🙌 #CWC23 #PAKvsSA #cricket #AidenMarkram #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/oxqAzkrrS5

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) October 27, 2023

Well that was a tense game.

— Ian Raphael Bishop (@irbishi) October 27, 2023

Today is the FIRST time Pakistan lost 4 consecutive matches in a World Cup (men’s ODI).

— Kausthub Gudipati (@kaustats) October 27, 2023

Has Maharaj ever looked that tomato-faced, chest-thumpingly pumped? What a finish. Feel for Rauf after coming so close to winning it for his team. #PAKvSA

— Melinda Farrell (@melindafarrell) October 27, 2023

This is the first time in history that Pakistan has lost 4 matches in a row #CWC23 #PAKvSA

— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) October 27, 2023