Pakistan’s tri-series fixture against South Africa was a contest for the ages, as the hosts romped to an impressive six-wicket win over the Proteas, courtesy of a record-breaking performance by Agha Salman and Mohammad Rizwan. In a remarkable display of batting prowess, Pakistan chased down a target of 353 runs with an over to spare, marking a historic achievement.
Following the victory, Pakistan became the only team in the last five years of international ODI cricket to successfully chase a total exceeding 350 runs. Although the team has often been criticized for its fragility when batting second, this win dispels those suggestions.
Highest Successful ODI Run Chases (2020-2025)
| # | Date | Team | Target | Score | Opponent | Venue | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12/02/2025 | Pakistan | 353 | 355/4 | South Africa | National Stadium (Karachi) | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| 2 | 31/03/2022 | Pakistan | 349 | 349/4 | Australia | Gaddafi Stadium | Pakistan won by 6 wickets |
| 3 | 29/04/2023 | Pakistan | 337 | 337/3 | New Zealand | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium | Pakistan won by 7 wickets |
| 4 | 26/03/2021 | England | 337 | 337/4 | India | Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium | England won by 6 wickets |
| 5 | 02/11/2024 | England | 329 | 329/5 | West Indies | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium | England won by 5 wickets |
| 6 | 12/12/2024 | West Indies | 322 | 325/6 | Bangladesh | Warner Park | West Indies won by 4 wickets |
| 7 | 03/12/2023 | West Indies | 326 | 326/6 | England | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium | West Indies won by 4 wickets |
| 8 | 12/05/2023 | Bangladesh | 320 | 320/7 | Ireland | County Ground (Chelmsford) | Bangladesh won by 3 wickets |
While Rizwan and Salman garnered well-deserved plaudits for their individual brilliance, it was a collective effort that enabled Pakistan to overcome South Africa. With this sensational win setting a new benchmark in ODI chases, Pakistan will look to carry forward this momentum into the final clash against the Kiwis.
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