Pakistan

Abdullah Shafique

Imam-ul-Haq

Babar Azam (C)

Mohammad Rizwan (W)

Saud Shakeel

Iftikhar Ahmed

Shadab Khan

Mohammad Nawaz

Shaheen Afridi

Mohammad Wasim

Haris Rauf

South Africa

Temba Bavuma (C)

Quinton de Kock (W)

Rassie van der Dussen

Aiden Markram

Heinrich Klaasen

David Miller

Marco Jansen

Gerald Coetzee

Keshav Maharaj

Tabraiz Shamsi

Lungi Ngidi

Syed Muhammad Abdul Samad

Abrar Ahmed

Mohammad Babar Azam

Faheem Ashraf

Faisal Akram

Fakhar Zaman

Muhammad Ghazi Ghori

Mohammad Hussain Talat

Khawaja Muhammad Nafay

Maaz Ahmad Sadaqat

Mohammad Rizwan

Naseem Abbas Shah

Saad Masood

Sahibzada Farhan

Saim Ayub

Salman Ali Agha

Mohammad Salman Mirza

Shaheen Shah Afridi

Shamyl Hussain

Usman Khan

Usman Tariq

Aiden Kyle Markram

Andile Simelane

Anrich Arno Nortje

Connor Esterhuizen

Corbin Bosch

David Andrew Miller

Dewald Brevis

Dian Forrester

Donovan Ferreira

George Fredrik Linde

Gerald William Coetzee

Jason Franswyn Smith

Jordan Hermann

Kagiso Rabada

Keshav Athmanand Maharaj

Kwena Tshegofatso Maphaka

Lhuan-dre Gilbert Pretorius

Lungisani True-man Ngidi

Lubabalo Lutho Sipamla

Nqobani Mokoena

Ottneil Emile Graham Baartman

Prenelan Subrayen

Quinton de Kock

Reeza Raphael Hendricks

Rubin Andrew Hermann

Ryan David Rickelton

Tony de Zorzi

Tristan Stubbs

Pieter Willem Adriaan Mulder

Cricket

ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Tabraiz Shamsi, who was adjudged the Player of the Match' for his brilliant four-fer which helped South Africa beat Pakistan, opened up on his controversial LBW decision which highlighted the match.

South Africa's Tabraiz Shamsi (left) and Keshav Maharaj in this frame.

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Tabraiz Shamsi finally reacts on contentious 'LBW decision' that scripted Pakistan's gut-wrenching defeat, says 'Keshav told me..'

During South Africa's innings, Shadab Khan sustained a head injury while attempting to stop a ball with a dive. He briefly left the field but later returned.

Shadab Khan of Pakistan receives medical attention during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between Pakistan and South Africa at MA Chidambaram Stadium on October 27, 2023 in Chennai, India.

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Did Shadab Khan fake his injury against South Africa? 2 ex-pacers make stunning revelation, claim 'he played with emotions of 24 crore Pakistani people'

Former Pakistan's star all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez while taking a potshot at Babar Azam's captaincy said that his leadership lacks maturity.

India captain Rohit Sharma (left) and Pakistan skipper Babar Azam in this frame.

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'Maturity isn't quite there..': Pakistan legend Mohammad Hafeez wants Babar Azam to learn knack of captaincy from Rohit Sharma

After the loss, Pakistan's premier paceman Shaheen Afridi was spotted crying inconsolably while sitting in the dugout and reflecting on the defeat.

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Watch: Shaheen Afridi breaks down, cries inconsolably after Pakistan's painful defeat against South Africa; video viral

Pakistan and South Africa deliver a World Cup 2023 thriller in Chennai. With the semi-finals race heating up, Pakistan's path to qualification remains challenging yet possible.

Pakistan skipper Babar Azam leads his team into the pitch. (Getty Images)

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World Cup 2023: How Pakistan can still make the semi-finals despite four straight loss and two wins in six games

Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh criticises umpiring in Pakistan's World Cup match and challenges Nasser Hussain's defence of the DRS system.

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf (L) Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh (R)

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After DRS drama in Pakistan loss, Harbhajan Singh calls out Nasser Hussain for suggesting 'tech is right, Virat Kohli isn't'

Former India cricketer Harbhajan Singh criticises umpiring decisions in Pakistan's World Cup loss to South Africa, urging ICC to revisit 'umpire's call' rule.

Pakistan pacer Haris Rauf after his DRS decision was not overturned.

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'Bad umpiring, bad rules cost Pakistan': Harbhajan Singh left fuming after DRS controversy shrouds loss to South Africa

Following Pakistan's close defeat to South Africa in their World Cup encounter, Gautam Gambhir raised eyebrows by questioning the match-winning capabilities of Pakistan skipper Babar Azam.

Gautam Gambhir (left) and Pakistan skipper Babar Azam in this frame.

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Gautam Gambhir rips apart Babar Azam after Pakistan's loss vs South Africa, says 'Real No.1 is the one who wins matches'

Tabraiz Shamsi's lbw decision during South Africa versus Pakistan's World Cup clash at the Chepauk stadium in Chennai on October 27 stirred debate.

Former India skipper Gautam Gambhir (left) in this frame.

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Gautam Gambhir questions Tabraiz Shamsi's LBW decision, wants ICC to remove umpire's call, says 'If the ball clips the bail..'

In a heart-stopping World Cup 2023 encounter, South Africa edged out Pakistan by one wicket, thanks to Keshav Maharaj and Tabraiz Shamsi's rescuing act.

Babar Azam was seen scolding Mohammad Nawaz after Pakistan's defeat against South Africa

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WATCH: Babar Azam loses cool, yells at Mohammad Nawaz for shocking delivery which scripted Pakistan's defeat vs SA

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Delhi Capitals defeated Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by six wickets to start their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 campaign on a winning note.

DC defeated LSG by six wickets. 

Rishabh Pant opened for LSG in IPL 2026 opener vs DC. 

Rishabh Pant shaking hands with DC teammates (IPL/BCCI)

IPL 2026: Rishabh Pant reveals reason behind opening the batting for LSG vs DC

Sameer Rizvi scored an unbeaten 70-run knock as Delhi Capitals defeated Lucknow Super Giants by six wickets in their opener clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026.

Delhi Capitals defeated LSG by six wickets.

Sameer Rizvi played an unbeaten 70 not out vs LSG.

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Sameer Rizvi’s unbeaten fifty guides Delhi Capitals to six-wicket win over LSG

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) will face Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in their second clash of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. 

Brydon Carse likely to miss SRH vs KKR clash.

SRH vs KKR clash will take place on April 2. 

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Massive blow for SRH,star speedster set to miss IPL 2026 tie vs KKR

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) spent ₹2.60 crore to get Mukul Choudhary for the 19th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

LSG brought Mukul Choudhary for ₹2.60 crore. 

DC opted to bowl against LSG

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Who is Mukul? Lucknow Super Giants’ ₹2.60 crore uncapped star in IPL 2026

Arjun was picked by the Mumbai Indians (MI) in 2021 and stayed with the team for several seasons. During that time, he played only five matches and picked up three wickets.

Arjun Tendulkar will feature for LSG in IPL 2026.

LSG will start their IPL 2026 campaign vs DC.

Arjun Tendulkar having chat with LSG teammates (X)

Arjun Tendulkar breaks silence on leaving Mumbai Indians 

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Newcastle United are lining up Khéphren Thuram as a replacement for Sandro Tonali amid strong interest from Premier League giants.


Manchester United and Manchester City are leading the race for Tonali’s signature.

Calciomercato reports Juventus are reluctant to part ways with Thuram despite Newcastle’s interest.

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Casemiro hails Kobbie Mainoo as the “present and future” of Manchester United, backing him to become a club legend.


Casemiro labels Mainoo one of the best No.8s with potential to dominate for the next 12 years.

The Brazilian star praises Mainoo’s big-game impact, including performances for England national football team and in the FA Cup final.

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Casemiro backs Manchester United's young midfielder to become club icon

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The Celtics and the Heat are set to play each other in the upcoming NBA 2025-26 season game. Here is everything you need to know about the schedule, date, time, live stream, and more.


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Pakistan vs South Africa Stats

PAK vs SA Match 26 Stats - Chennai (27 October 2023)

Match Stats

WORM

MANHATTAN

Series Stats

Most Runs

Best Strike Rate

Most 4s

Most 6s

Most Wickets

Virat Kohli

IND

765 Runs 11 Matches•11 Inns

Rohit Sharma

IND

597 Runs 11 Matches•11 Inns

Quinton de Kock

SA

594 Runs 10 Matches•10 Inns

Rachin Ravindra

NZ

578 Runs 10 Matches•10 Inns

Daryl Mitchell

NZ

552 Runs 10 Matches•9 Inns

David Warner

AUS

535 Runs 11 Matches•11 Inns

Shreyas Iyer

IND

530 Runs 11 Matches•11 Inns

KL Rahul

IND

452 Runs 11 Matches•10 Inns

Rassie van der Dussen

SA

448 Runs 10 Matches•10 Inns

Mitchell Marsh

AUS

441 Runs 10 Matches•10 Inns

Aiden Markram

SA

406 Runs 10 Matches•10 Inns

Dawid Malan

ENG

404 Runs 9 Matches•9 Inns

Glenn Maxwell

AUS

400 Runs 9 Matches•9 Inns

Mohammad Rizwan

PAK

395 Runs 9 Matches•8 Inns

Ibrahim Zadran

AFG

376 Runs 9 Matches•9 Inns

News Updates

Tabraiz Shamsi finally reacts on contentious 'LBW decision' that scripted Pakistan's gut-wrenching defeat, says 'Keshav told me..'

Did Shadab Khan fake his injury against South Africa? 2 ex-pacers make stunning revelation, claim 'he played with emotions of 24 crore Pakistani people'

'Maturity isn't quite there..': Pakistan legend Mohammad Hafeez wants Babar Azam to learn knack of captaincy from Rohit Sharma

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11 Matches•11 Inns

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11 Matches•10 Inns

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406 Runs

10 Matches•10 Inns

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9 Matches•9 Inns

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