The second Test match between Pakistan and South Africa at Newlands, Cape Town, witnessed an unfortunate incident involving Pakistan’s opening batter, Saim Ayub. The 22-year-old suffered a serious ankle injury on Day 1, which has ruled him out of the remainder of the match. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed that Ayub underwent medical evaluations, including X-rays and MRI scans, with the reports sent to specialists in London for further consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The injury occurred during the seventh over of South Africa’s innings. Ayub twisted his right ankle while trying to prevent a boundary after South African batsman Ryan Rickelton edged a shot between gully and backward point. In his attempt to stop the ball, Ayub slipped and landed awkwardly, causing his body weight to fall entirely on his right ankle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Physios rushed to the field, and Ayub, who was in visible pain, was carried off the ground on a stretcher. He was later spotted wearing a cast on his ankle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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The PCB issued a statement: \u201cSaim Ayub has been ruled out of further participation in the second men’s cricket Test against South Africa after twisting his right ankle while fielding. The X-ray and MRI results have been forwarded to specialists in London for advice on treatment and recovery time.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The extent of the injury and the timeline for Ayub\u2019s return to competitive cricket will be determined after receiving expert opinions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saim Ayub’s injury adds to Pakistan\u2019s woes, as the young opener was expected to play a key role in the match. His absence will significantly impact Pakistan’s batting lineup. Abdullah Shafique replaced Ayub on the field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
South Africa had a strong opening day, posting a total of 316\/4 in 80 overs<\/strong>. Key contributions came from Ryan Rickelton, who remained unbeaten on 176 runs off 232 balls<\/strong>, and skipper Temba Bavuma, who scored 106 runs off 179 balls<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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| Batsman<\/strong><\/th> | R<\/strong><\/th> | B<\/strong><\/th> | 4s<\/strong><\/th> | 6s<\/strong><\/th> | SR<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Aiden Markram<\/td> | 17<\/td> | 40<\/td> | 3<\/td> | 0<\/td> | 42.50<\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Ryan Rickelton<\/td> | 176*<\/td> | 232<\/td> | 21<\/td> | 1<\/td> | 75.86<\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Wiaan Mulder<\/td> | 5<\/td> | 18<\/td> | 1<\/td> | 0<\/td> | 27.78<\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Tristan Stubbs<\/a><\/td> | 0<\/td> | 6<\/td> | 0<\/td> | 0<\/td> | 0.00<\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Temba Bavuma<\/td> | 106<\/td> | 179<\/td> | 9<\/td> | 2<\/td> | 59.22<\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| David Bedingham<\/td> | 4*<\/td> | 8<\/td> | 0<\/td> | 0<\/td> | 50.00<\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Extras<\/strong><\/td> | 8<\/strong><\/td> | <\/td> | <\/td> | <\/td> | <\/td><\/tr> | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total<\/strong><\/td> | 316\/4<\/strong><\/td> | 80 ov<\/strong><\/td> | <\/td> | <\/td> | <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nFall of Wickets<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nPakistan Bowling Figures<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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