Saud Shakeel's Century Bid Against England: A Test Match Highlight

Saud Shakeel stayed on track to score a hundred in the first test against England, reaching 67 not out at lunch on day two. Naseem Shah helped with a career-best 33, while England struggled for breakthroughs. Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha aim to support Saud's innings.

Pakistan's Saud Shakeel remains on course for a century in the first test against England, as the hosts, at Multan Cricket Stadium, reached 397 for six by lunch on the second day of play. Saud was unbeaten on 67, showcasing impeccable form, as he aimed to become the third Pakistani batter to hit a hundred in the match.

Nightwatchman Naseem Shah stood out, not only holding the fort but also shining with the bat, as he scored a career-best 33. His resilient 82-ball innings featured three sixes and a valuable 64-run partnership with Saud before Naseem was caught by Harry Brook off Brydon Carse, earning the debutant his maiden test wicket.

Pakistan faced a setback with Mohammad Rizwan's departure for a duck after being caught by Chris Woakes when Jack Leach was bowling. As Salman Agha joined Saud at the crease, England struggled, toiling for wickets on a pitch conducive to batting, with hopes pinned on denying Saud his century.

(With inputs from agencies.)