Imam-ul-Haq Falls Short of Century as South Africa Strike Before Tea

Pakistan’s opener Imam-ul-Haq narrowly missed a century in the first Test against South Africa, falling for 94 after a patient 236-minute innings. Left-arm spinner Senuran Muthusamy dismissed him just before tea, with Tony de Zorzi taking the catch at short leg. Imam’s composed knock, featuring seven fours and a six, had anchored Pakistan’s innings before his late dismissal shifted momentum toward South Africa. The match remains evenly poised as both sides battle for control in testing conditions. Fans praised Imam’s form and temperament despite the heartbreaking end to his innings.