Babar Azam vs. Wiaan Mulder: High Drama in Pakistan vs. South Africa Clash

In the ongoing match between Pakistan and South Africa at the Newlands Stadium in Cape Town, star batter Babar Azam has hogged the limelight. The incident that caught everyone's attention was Babar losing his cool on Wiaan Mulder, who hit him with the ball out of frustration. This dramatic moment added spice to a day already filled with riveting cricket.

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The Context

It was a roller-coaster day for Babar Azam and Pakistan. Despite Babar’s heroics, Pakistan struggled in their first innings, tumbling for just 194 runs. South Africa enforced the follow-on, putting Pakistan under immense pressure. However, Babar and Shan Masood had other plans, as the duo stitched a remarkable 150-run opening stand in the second innings, frustrating the Proteas.

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The Heated Moment

As tensions mounted, Wiaan Mulder’s frustration boiled over. Spotting Babar out of the crease, Mulder threw the ball directly at him during his over. The ball hit Babar, and the usually composed batter lost his temper. He pointed to the stumps to remind Mulder of the game’s spirit and even came face to face with the bowler, delivering a verbal retort. This fiery exchange became the talking point of the day, showcasing the high-pressure environment both teams were operating in.

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Babar Azam’s Brilliance

Despite the heated moment, it was a day to remember for Babar Azam fans. The Pakistan skipper slammed twin fifties on the same day, marking a remarkable comeback after a lean patch of 19 innings without a half-century. With three fifties in his last three innings, Babar is rediscovering his best form, much to the delight of his supporters.

Match Situation

By the end of the day, Pakistan were 155/0 in their second innings, making South Africa pay for enforcing the follow-on. Babar and Masood’s partnership has given Pakistan a fighting chance, and the Proteas will need to regroup to break this stand.