The second Test of the Pakistan tour of 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 holds a 1-0 lead in the two-match series, having narrowly defeated Pakistan by just 2 wickets. The victory was secured through an all-round performance, with the Proteas’ bowlers playing a pivotal role. Marco Jansen was instrumental, claiming 7 wickets across both innings, while Dane Paterson took 6 wickets and Corbin Bosch contributed 5 wickets along with valuable runs.

With this victory, South Africa has not only gained a crucial lead in the series but also secured their place in the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25 final. The win, marked by tense moments and dramatic turns, was a testament to the resilience of the South African team. It also highlighted Temba Bavuma’s excellent leadership, further cementing his reputation as a capable Test captain for South Africa.

Cape Town Weather Forecast for the Second Test

The weather conditions for the second Test at Cape Town will play a crucial role in shaping the outcome of the match. Here’s the detailed weather forecast for each day of the game:

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. The humidity will be at 68%, ensuring that the air remains comfortable, while a gentle breeze at 19 km/h could provide some assistance to the bowlers, especially early on.

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Saturday (Day 2):

Day 2 will see a continuation of favorable conditions. The skies will remain clear, but the temperature will drop slightly to 23°C. The humidity will remain at 66%, keeping the conditions comfortable for both players and spectators. The wind will decrease a little to 14 km/h, maintaining a gentle breeze throughout the day.

Sunday (Day 3):

The weather on Day 3 will bring a bit more variety. While the day will start mostly sunny, there will be a chance of cloud cover as the temperature reaches 22°C. There will also be a slight increase in precipitation, with a 10% chance of rain. The humidity will drop to 56%, and the wind speed will pick up, reaching 21 km/h, which could provide more assistance to the 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 steady at 23°C, and the chances of precipitation will decrease to just 5%. Humidity will be at 57%, and the wind will pick up further, reaching 26 km/h, which could make for a more challenging day for the batsmen and provide 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 at 63%, and the wind will blow at 16 km/h, which could impact the flow of the game as the match heads toward its conclusion.

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