Category: Sports

On the fourth day of first cricket test against Pakistan at Galle, Sri-Lanka will resume their second innings at overnight score of 14 for no loss on Wednesday.

Earlier, Pakistan in their first innings were all out for 461 runs.

Sri Lanka in their first innings were all out for 312 runs and now trail by 135 runs.

Source: Radio Pakistan

Saud Shakeel delivered an outstanding performance in the ongoing first Test of the two-match series against Sri Lanka at Galle.

The left-handed batter scored a record-breaking maiden double century, which included 19 boundaries, to help the side reach 461 runs in the first innings.

A former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) official believed that the credit for improving the batting skills of Saud Shakeel goes to Sarfaraz Ahmed.

“Credit goes to Sarfaraz Ahmed bhai. I have seen him working closely with Saud Shakeel and motivating him when he used to sit on the bench,” he wrote on Twitter.

Meanwhile, a renowned sports journalist also praised the former captain for his role in motivating emerging players, saying he is one of the mentors in the team.

“A role he perfected in recent times when he led the side. I have heard quite a few praising him for the way he handles and motivates the younger guys,” he added.

Yesterday, when the Karachi-born cricketer reached 197 runs, he surpassed Mohammad Hafeez on the list of the highest individual scores in Test cricket in Sri Lanka.

It is worth noting that the left-handed batter also now holds the record for the most aggregate career runs by a Pakistani after the first 11 innings of his Test career.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Pakistan has taken the driving seat in the ongoing first Test match against Sri Lanka at Galle, as the batting and bowling units displayed a phenomenal show.

After amassing a substantial lead of 149 runs, the national bowling unit is now showcasing its full range of skills to restrict the opposition on the spin-friendly surface.

Meanwhile, Babar Azam took an absolute blinder of a one-handed catch in the first slip at the start of day four, dismissing middle-order batter Angelo Mathews.

The right-handed batter, who was facing left-arm spinner, Nauman Ali, in the 33rd over of the second innings, lost his wicket thanks to a brilliant catch from the skipper.

Cricket fans have taken to their social media handles to applaud the fantastic catch of the all-format captain at this crucial stage of the first Test match.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Former Pakistan cricket captain, Wasim Akram, recently opened up in his autobiography, Sultan, about the challenging circumstances he faced during the latter part of his captaincy tenure.

Akram’s revelations provide a candid glimpse into the behind-the-scenes turmoil that affected team dynamics and ultimately led to his departure as captain during the infamous reign of Lt. General Tauqir Zia as chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

The Sultan of Swing highlighted the significant changes within the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) during that period. Political maneuverings resulted in the appointment of Lt. General Tauqir Zia as PCB chairman, leading to a series of personnel changes.

These changes extended to the team’s management, resulting in the exit of coach Richard Pybus and the introduction of new faces.

Akram candidly expressed his reservations about Tauqir Zia, describing him as a domineering figure with a preference for his cronies. Zia’s favoritism was evident in his handling of Shoaib Akhtar’s bowling ban.

As captain, Akram faced challenges due to the interference of Zia’s appointees, who undermined his authority. Akram confronted a brigadier proxy who authorized an unauthorized substitution, firmly asserting his leadership role.

Despite such challenges, he maintained a professional relationship with the team manager, acknowledging his organizational skills.

The 57-year-old stated that he sensed the end of his captaincy approaching when Zia succumbed to pressure from Akram’s rivals within the team. Saeed replaced Akram as captain, leading to subsequent defeats in Sri Lanka.

Wasim Akram’s revelations provide valuable insights into the complexities and struggles he faced as Pakistan cricket captain. They shed light on the impact of external political dynamics on team performance.

Despite the challenges, Akram’s resilience and determination exemplify his commitment to leading the Pakistan cricket team. His contributions as one of Pakistan’s greatest fast bowlers and his enduring legacy in cricket remain undisputed.

Source: Pro Pakistani

Pakistani opening batter, Abdullah Shafique has etched his name in the red-ball cricket history books by reaching an impressive milestone.

During the first encounter of the two-match Test series against Sri Lanka at Galle, Shafique became the fourth fastest Pakistani player to amass 1,000 Test runs.

Achieving this feat in his 24th innings, Shafique finds himself in elite company, trailing only Saeed Ahmed, Sadiq Mohammad, Javed Miandad, and Taufeeq Umar.

The record for the quickest Pakistani batter to reach 1,000 runs in Test still belongs to Saeed Ahmed, who accomplished this remarkable feat in just 20 innings.

Another former batting great, Sadiq Mohammad, showcased his batting prowess during the 1970s by reaching 1,000 Test runs in 22 innings.

Javed Miandad, a legendary batter and former captain, firmly established his place as one of the country’s cricketing icons by achieving this milestone in 23 innings.

Abdullah Shafique’s ascension to the 1000-run club in just 24 innings, sharing the fourth spot with Taufeeq Umar, is a testament to his natural talent and unwavering dedication.

Batters Innings

Saeed Ahmed 20

Sadiq Mohammad 22

Javed Miandad 23

Abdullah Shafique 24

Taufeeq Umar 24

Source: Pro Pakistani