South Africa and Pakistan will face off in the second and final Test of their series at Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town, on Friday, January 3, at 2 PM IST.
The Proteas claimed a thrilling 2-wicket victory in the first Test at Centurion, thanks to a crucial 51-run partnership for the 9th wicket between Kagiso Rabada and Marco Jansen. Pakistan scored 211 in their first innings, with Dane Paterson and Corbin Bosch playing key roles with the ball.
South Africa replied with 301, driven by Aiden Markram’s 89 and Bosch’s 81. In Pakistan’s second innings, Babar Azam (50) and Saud Shakeel (84) stood out, but they managed only 237, setting a target of 148. Despite early setbacks, Rabada and Jansen guided South Africa to victory, securing their place in the World Test Championship final and creating an unforgettable moment in their cricketing history.
What time will SA vs PAK 2nd Test will begin?
The clash will be held at Newlands Stadium in Cape Town, and the first session will begin at 2.00 PM IST and 10.30 AM local time.
PAK vs SA, 2nd Test: Day 1 Session Timings
Session | IST | Local Time | Duration |
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1st session | 2.00 PM – 4.00 PM | 10.30 AM – 12.30 PM | 2 hours |
Lunch | 4.00 PM – 4.40 PM | 12.30 PM – 1.10 PM | 40 minute |
2nd session | 4.40 PM – 6.40 PM | 1.10 PM – 3.10 PM | 2 hours |
Tea | 6.40 PM – 7.00 PM | 3.10 PM – 3.30 PM | 20 minutes |
3rd session | 7.00 PM – 9.00 PM | 3.30 PM – 5.30 PM | 2 hours |