Between the third Test match on Day 2 Pakistan and England At the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, the contest intensified as Pakistan aimed to recover from a shaky start. After England posted a total of 267 runs in their first innings, Pakistan ended the day leading by 53 runs with 3 wickets in 23 overs. The day was marked by a solid performance Saud Shakilscored an admirable century and Rehan AhmedBowling effort for England.
Pakistan’s struggle continues on Day 2
Resuming the day at 73 for 3, Pakistan faced an uphill battle against an aggressive English bowling attack. it started in the morning Shan Massoud and Saud Shakil at the crease, tasked with stabilizing the innings. However, Masood’s dismissal to Shoaib Bashir for 22 runs set the tone for a tough session. He left Pakistan on 92 for 4 off a delivery to Ollie Pope.
Rehanmaking his first appearance in the series, he quickly left a mark. He fired Mohammad Rizvan and Mr. Salman soon after, both fell victim to leg spin. Rizwan was trapped LBW as he attempted a sweep, while Salman was fooled by Rehan’s drift and edged out to slip. At lunch, Pakistan were struggling at 187 for 7 with Shakeel on 72 runs.
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Saud Shakil’s resilience turns Pakistan’s course
In the afternoon session, Shakeel continued to struggle against the English bowlers. He reached a half-century off 92 balls and showed the ability to convert the strike effectively. cooperates with Noman Alithey added crucial runs for the eighth wicket. Their 50-run partnership came off just 79 balls and showcased the change of pace as they started to accelerate.
Shakeel’s century came off 181 balls and four boundaries. His innings was characterized by patience and accuracy, especially against spin bowling. However, Ali fell shortly after lunch when he was given out LBW after a successful probe by England. Despite losing partners around him, Shakeel remained patient. The shots saw several reviews; in particular, Pakistan has challenged resolutions that oppose them but fail to overturn them. This includes an approved review for Ali and another review for Shakeel, who went in favor of the batter.
As tea approached, Pakistan crossed the 250-run mark and Shakeel continued to anchor the innings. Sajid Khan. Their ninth wicket partnership added substantial runs and reached 50 runs in just 32 balls before Shakeel was dismissed for 134 runs.
Eventually, he saw Pakistan’s innings end at 344 at 96.4. The lower order contributed valuable runs but could not prevent the collapse that followed Shakeel’s departure on 134.
England started their second innings poorly
After bowling Pakistan out for 344, England started their second innings cautiously but faced immediate pressure from Pakistan’s bowlers. Early wickets fell as England struggled to counter the disciplined bowling of Sajid and Noma. At stumps on Day 2, England reached just a few runs (23) for the loss of 3 wickets, but faced a tall task as they looked to set a good target for the hosts in the coming days.
Here’s Twitter’s reaction:
Pakistan needs more players with the grit, aggression and determination of Sajid Khan #PAKvENG #cricket pic.twitter.com/wrhDcHDOmS
— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) October 25, 2024
A really good day for England at the end.. I can’t see how this pitch can improve so last week’s toss is so important.. Jamie Smith is labeled as the new Gilchrist in 8 Tests.. no finer compliment.. #PAKvENG
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) October 24, 2024
Saud This Hundred will be remembered with Golden Words in the history of Pakistan Cricket.
What a Struggle Man.
I love this#PAKvENG pic.twitter.com/Iiqbj0OkGM
— Mohammad Hazran
(@KhazranSays) October 25, 2024
Brilliant century by Saud Shakeel pic.twitter.com/oZlAniwjiJ
— Rashid Latif
THESE ARE UABANS. For example, what do we do? We allowed Pakistan to double their score in the next three weeks (177-7 – 344ao) from 7 weeks + now we are still massively behind the game. I’m completely lost #PAKvENG pic.twitter.com/ujFAvvdQW1
— Will Comish (@WillComish) October 25, 2024
England ends the day on 24/3.#PAKvENG pic.twitter.com/QqoVA3tM4u
— The Barmy Army of England
(@TheBarmyArmy) October 25, 2024
Saud enjoyed hearing Shakeel’s thoughts, his clarity in his thought process on how his business works and his key partnerships with Sajid Khan and Noman Ali. #PakvIng pic.twitter.com/aAa4AP6KxC
— Zaynab Abbas (@ZAbbasOfficial) October 25, 2024
Sajid Khan ignores England batsmen’s shitshow against spin bowling
#PAKvsENG #PAKvENG #CricketTwitter
— Himanshu (@himanshux_) October 24, 2024
#PAKvENG | Final test, summary of day 2:
pic.twitter.com/8mnw0Jw4uU
– Islamabad United (@IsbUnited) October 25, 2024
Ice, cold, drip, aura, character, dawg, o
Sajid Khan X Noman Ali#SajidKhan #PAKvENG pic.twitter.com/9SSWbfTURh
— Sadie
(@Sdiaali56) October 25, 2024
