PAK vs SA: Rizwan, Shaheen present Shahid Afridi foundation cheque in pink day ODI

In a heartwarming gesture during the ongoing Pink Day ODI between Pakistan and South Africa at The Wanderers in Johannesburg, Mohammad Rizwan and Shaheen Afridi presented a cheque to Cricket South Africa (CSA) on behalf of the Shahid Afridi Foundation, contributing to the fight against breast cancer. The donation aims to support breast cancer awareness and research, underscoring the significance of the Pink Day initiative.

As the match reached the innings break, Pakistan had posted a total of 308 for 9 in 47 overs. Saim Ayub’s brilliant century, his second of the series and third in his ODI career, anchored the Pakistan innings. Ayub’s 101 was complemented by solid contributions from captain Rizwan (53) and Babar Azam (52), who helped Pakistan set a competitive target. The match, which saw a rain delay of 75 minutes, was interrupted by weather conditions, and South Africa now faces an adjusted target of 308, one run fewer than Pakistan’s total.

The Pink Day ODI is a special occasion for raising awareness about breast cancer, and the donation by Rizwan and Afridi exemplifies their commitment to the cause. The Shahid Afridi Foundation has been involved in philanthropic efforts, particularly focusing on healthcare and education. The foundation has worked on various projects, including providing medical support, building hospitals, offering educational programs, and contributing to community development. These initiatives align with the foundation’s overall mission to help underprivileged communities and improve their access to essential services. Therefore, the donation to support breast cancer awareness is indeed an extension of their ongoing social cause efforts.

Pakistan, having already won the series with victories in Paarl and Cape Town, will look to finish the ODI series with a strong performance as South Africa fights to salvage a win on their home turf.