South Africa have defeated Pakistan by one run in a nail biting finish in the first ODI at Sharjah. Protean bowlers claimed six wickets for 17 runs in a dramatic finish to snatch a one-run victory from Pakistan. Chasing a target of 183 Pakistan collapsed to 182 all out in 46.3 overs. Batting first, South Africa made 182 and Wayne Parnell was the top scorer with 56. In reply, Pakistan seemed to be sailing through the match when South African bowlers ripped through the middle order and the tail to score a sensational win.