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Pakistan vs South Africa, 36th Match, Super 12 Group 2, ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2022 - CommentaryPAK vs RSA, 36th Match, Super 12 Group 2, ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2022 - Commentary

Pakistan
185/9(20)
South Africa
108/9(14)
PLAYER OF THE MATCH
Ananth: @cricbuzz - Please confirm that number of wins in the super 12 takes precedence over NRR and that the winner of Pak/Ban match will go through to the semifinal if the SA game is washed out due to rain. 'Yes, but if it only rains and it's going to be a double header in Adelaide'
Amin: Pakistan are truly one of a kind. They lose to Zimbabwe, drop a match against India and beat the team of the tournament South Africa!
Zahid: Lots of positives for Pakistan in this game. Shaheen among the wickets, middle order firing up, fearless approach, improved death bowling. This is going to give them something to cheer
Dev: If Pak wins today, and SA game is a washout, still Pak can qualify by beating Bangladesh. Pak and SA will have 6 points each. With today's result, Pak RR will be up and SA RR will be down. Isn't it? 'SA's NRR is still very good'
Kamal: There is something very adorable about this Pakistani side. A sense of calmness and maturity prevails within them unlike their previous generations. This team has made me their fan for the way they have conducted on and off the field. Babar's motivational talk after the loss to India was Phenomenal!
Rakesh K Jha: What are the chances of Pakistan qualifying for the semis? 'They need to win tonight, beat Bangladesh next, hope India or South Africa lose their last match'
Ashfaq Khan: South Africa have their work cut out and how dearly would they miss the services of Miller today. Only time will decide.
Jhansi: Will South Africa qualify even after losing this game? 'They need to win against Netherlands to qualify'
GSK: Is the drizzle heavy? DRS scores please. 'It isn't and it was 53 for 2 at the start of this over'
Ramesh: How is the forecast today. 'It was actually good with no rain'
Muhammad Ali: Pakistan playing so freely today. After being out from the tournament, they are feeling much lighter now. 'They aren't out as yet'
Abhiram: This is brilliant by Pakistan. They are not entirely dependent on their openers. Everyone is stepping up to their role.
Gopi: Pleasing to see middle-order has taken responsibility to keep the score board climbing
Nits: How can an international player be so stupid, it was clear big inside edge, also it was pitching on off and turning away. It was always a worthy review to take and he simply walks off. It will effect the total what Pakistan can post from here. 'Nawaz thought he's run-out, but should have known the rules better'
Akshit Garg: Iftikhar Ahmed has looked the most settled Pakistani batter in this tournament
Mastan: SA looks to be the most settled team with their pace bowlers doing all the damage, the only concern for them is form of Bavuma. If he can come good, this SA team looks very dangerous.
Sunny: Haris is the type of player Pakistan were missing in their first 3 games
Manjeet: Must be a much-needed break for David Miller ahead of the Knock-Out Game. Has been in-form and playing continuously from past 5-6 months leading up to this world cup. Him staying fully fit can be good for SA in upcoming games.
Sekar: South Africa's jinx will continue in this World Cup too! They are like flying birds in the league stages and a sinking ship in the knockout games..
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