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The second test of the Pakistan tour for South Africa 2024-25 will take place at Newlands, Cape Town, on January 3 (Friday). After a thrilling finish to the first Test, South Africa hold a 1-0 lead in the two-match series, having defeated Pakistan by just 2 wickets. The win was achieved with an all-round performance, with the Proteas’ bowlers playing a pivotal role. Marco Jansen he was instrumental, claiming 7 wickets in both innings, while Dane Paterson took 6 wickets and Corbin Bosch contributed 5 wickets along with valuable runs.
With this win, South Africa have not only gained a crucial lead in the series but also secured their place in the series World Trials Championship (WTC) End 2023-25. The win, punctuated by moments of tension and dramatic twists, was a testament to the resilience of the South African team. It also highlighted the excellent leadership of Temba Bavuma, further cementing his reputation as South Africa’s capable Test captain.
Cape Town weather forecast for the second test
The weather conditions in the second Test in Cape Town will play a crucial role in shaping the outcome of the match. Here is the detailed weather forecast for each game day:
Friday (day 1):
The opening day of the second Test is expected to provide perfect conditions for cricket. With clear skies and a temperature of 25°C, players can expect a pleasant day on the field. Humidity will be 68%, ensuring the air remains comfortable, while a gentle breeze at 19km/h could help the bowlers, especially early on.
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Saturday (day 2):
Day 2 will see a continuation of favorable conditions. The sky will remain clear, but the temperature will drop slightly to 23°C. Humidity will remain at 66%, keeping conditions comfortable for both players and spectators. The wind will drop a bit to 14 km/h, maintaining a light breeze throughout the day.
Sunday (day 3):
The weather on Day 3 will bring a little more variety. Although the day will start mostly sunny, there will be a chance of clouds as the temperature reaches 22°C. There will also be a slight increase in precipitation, with a 10% chance of rain. Humidity will drop to 56%, and wind speed will increase to 21 km/h, which could give more help to bowlers, especially in the later stages of the day.
Monday (day 4):
Day 4 is expected to bring slightly better weather, with mostly sunny skies. The temperature will remain stable at 23°C and the chances of precipitation will decrease to 5%. Humidity will be 57%, and the wind will pick up, reaching 26km/h, which could make for a tougher day for the batsmen and more assistance for the bowlers.
Tuesday (day 5):
The weather on the final day of the Test match will be similar to the conditions on Day 3 and Day 4. The temperature will again be 23°C, with a slight increase in precipitation to 15%. Humidity will be 63%, and the wind will be blowing at 16 km/h, which could affect the flow of the match as the match draws to a close.
