Pakistan struggled with the bat on the third day of the Lahore Test, getting bowled out for just 167 runs in their second innings against South Africa.
Opener Imam-ul-Haq, who scored 93 in the first innings, fell early this time. He tried to step out and defend Simon Harmer but missed the ball and was bowled. Captain Shan Masood, who made 76 in the first innings, could only add 7 runs before being dismissed.
Pakistan lost their third wicket at 64 when Abdullah Shafique departed for 41. Babar Azam followed soon after, scoring 42 before being caught. Saud Shakeel, who looked steady, also fell for 38 after playing a mis-timed shot that was caught near the boundary with the team total at 150.
After his dismissal, Pakistan’s batting collapsed at a fast pace. Mohammad Rizwan was bowled for 14, while Shaheen Afridi went for a duck at 151. Agha Salman made 4, Noman Ali scored 11, and Sajid Khan managed just 1 run as the hosts were bundled out for 167.
Pakistan lost the last six wickets for just 17 runs.
South Africa now need 277 runs to win the Lahore Test and take the lead in the series.