Pakistan’s Test Series In South Africa: What Pakistani Fans Should Expect

As the green shirts begin preparations for Pakistan’s Test Series In South Africa; here is a look at things that Pakistani fans should expect.

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Rain Interruptions

It hardly rains in UAE but conditions in South Africa are obviously different. Hence, expect plenty of rain interruptions throughout the tour. Knowing Pakistan’s fragile batting; frankly, this is one thing that Pakistani fans shouldn’t complain too much about.

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Low Scoring Games

South Africa is one of the most difficult places to bat for the Asian batsmen. Therefore, a Pakistani batting collapse or two (if not more) is certainly on the cards. On the other hand if M. Abbass, M. Amir, Hassan Ali and Shaheen Afridi show form then there is every likelihood of the Proteas faltering as well. Hence, unlike UAE team totals are likely to be small during the much awaited series.

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An Upset

Pakistan do actually play well with the underdogs tag. So, don’t be too surprised if they actually end up pulling off an upset.

Nevertheless, given the circumstances Pakistan has very little chance of toppling a strong South African side at home and hence, are likely to return empty handed once again.