Pakistan Secures 3-0 ODI Series Sweep Over South Africa

Saim Ayub's century and strong team performances lead Pakistan to a 36-run victory in the final ODI in Johannesburg.

Pakistan posted 308-9 in a rain-shortened 47-over match, with opener Saim Ayub scoring 101 off 94 balls, his second century of the series.
Key contributions came from Babar Azam (52), Mohammad Rizwan (53), and Salman Agha (48), solidifying Pakistan's total against an inexperienced South African bowling attack.
South Africa, chasing a revised target of 308 under the DLS method, fell short at 271 in 42 overs despite Heinrich Klaasen's explosive 81 off 43 balls.
Pakistan's Sufiyan Muqeem claimed 4-52, while Ayub also contributed with the ball, taking one wicket and producing the most economical figures of the match.
This marks Pakistan's fifth consecutive bilateral ODI series win, positioning them strongly for the upcoming Champions Trophy in February.