Saud Shakeel Gritty Century Saves Pakistan From Disaster
Saud Shakeel showed incredible resilience and his solid hundred helped pull the hosts out of a sticky spot at home. With a strong century off 195 balls, Shakeel was instrumental in helping Pakistan’s lower half of the lineup turn things around on Friday and secure a spot to win. the opening Test match at their adopted Indian home venue.
Following the rain affected first-day in Rawalpindi, with Shakeel and wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan anchoring it perfectly. The duo stuck out the remaining of first session unscathed, frustrating Bangladesh bowlers while also amassing 98 crucial runs. Restoring sunshine meant opposing batsmen had best conditions to contend with, as Pakistan’s batters took full advantage in a first session that has perhaps laid the base for an advantageous position of sorts.