Pakistan's Batting Dominance Faces England's Chase in Thrilling Test Match

In the first Test match, Pakistan amassed a huge score of 556 runs, with significant contributions from Salman Ali Agha and Saud Shakeel. England responded strongly, reaching 96-1 with Zac Crawley leading the charge. Despite challenges, England aims to narrow Pakistan's 460-run lead.

England staged a promising chase on Tuesday after Pakistan posted a formidable total of 556 in the first Test. Salman Ali Agha's unbeaten 104 spearheaded Pakistan's innings, assisted by Saud Shakeel's 82-run effort, challenging England's bowlers on a placid Multan Stadium pitch.

Facing an imposing 460-run trail, England accelerated at five-runs-per-over with Zac Crawley's unbeaten 64 and Joe Root's 32 not out. Stand-in captain Ollie Pope's early dismissal posed a setback, yet the team persisted, displaying resilience amid strategic foe's edge.

Brydon Carse captured his debut Test wicket as Pakistan exploited England's bowling. Yet, with an impressive start, England appears poised to bridge the substantial score gap, setting the stage for an engaging contest over the coming days.

(With inputs from agencies.)