Thu Dec 19 13:20:00 UTC 2024: **Pakistan Opener Abdullah Shafique’s Struggles Continue in South Africa Series**

JOHANNESBURG – Pakistan’s opening batsman Abdullah Shafique is struggling in the ongoing ODI series against South Africa. The 25-year-old, who was once touted as a future star after impressive performances including a century during the 2023 World Cup, has been dismissed for a duck in both of the first two matches of the series. This continued failure is a major concern for the Pakistani team, especially after their strong start in the series. While other batsmen like Babar Azam and Rizwan have contributed significantly, Shafique’s consistent failures are hindering Pakistan’s progress. Despite a promising international career with over 1500 Test runs and 600+ ODI runs, his recent low strike rate and inability to deliver in this series raises questions about his form. The team will be hoping for a turnaround in his performance in the upcoming matches.

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