Newlands Cape Town Pitch Report For South Africa vs Pakistan 2nd Test

The pitch at the Newlands Stadium in Cape Town [Source: @Rnawaz31888/x.com]

South Africa will be taking on Pakistan in the second Test of the two match series at the Newlands stadium in Capetown. The match will be played from 2nd January at 2:00 PM IST.

The first of the series was a thriller of a contests. In a game for the edges, the South African team displayed nerves of steel to snatch a win on the last day of the game. With the win South Africa have secured their place in the final of the WTC. However, they will be looking to win the match and maintain their momentum in while moving ahead to the clash that matters. 

On the other hand, Pakistan will be looking to notch up their performance in this game and win the match. They will be keen on improving on how they performed in the first match. While the home team will be looking to win the game and seal the series, South Africa will be keen on drawing levels.

Newlands Cape Town Stats and Records

Newlands Cape Town Pitch Report: Is It Batting Or Bowling Friendly?

The pitch at the Newlands Cape Town is generally a very conducive to results in Test cricket. About only 18% of the matches here have ended in a draw. The pacers get a bit of help on this track with the new ball. Every morning there will be a bit of help for the pacers on the track.

As the days go by and the wicket wears down, the track might also help the spinners. In fact the pitch at Newlands is one of those rare tracks in South Africa which offers something for the spinners. With spinners expected to come into the game, Pakistan might give a tougher challenge to the home team in this game. Thus with a balanced wicket on offer, we can expect a closer fight between the bat and the ball in the match.

Players To Watch Out For At Newlands Cape Town

Aiden Markram

The South African batter looked in a good touch in the first match. While opening the batting, Aiden Markram played to a resilient knock in he first innings and set up the stage for the team. In fact it was that knock from him that in turn set up the win for the Proteas.

Saud Shakeel

The Pakistani batter came up with a resilient knock in the second innings of the first match. In fact, Saud Shakeel looked good in both the innings. He has the form with him and could be a very important part for the Pakistan batting line-up.

Kagiso Rabada

The South African ace pacer looked in a good rhythm during the first match. Even though he did not get the wickets Kagiso Rabada looked the most potent bowler for the lot. The track at the Newlands might favour Rabada's kind of bowling. He has picked up 46 wickets on this track at a strike rate 33.78. The numbers show that he has enjoyed bowling here and hence would be one of the players to watch out for.

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