Shadab Khan's world record century secures thrilling tri-series win for Pakistan

In a thrilling final stand, Pakistan secured a one-wicket victory over England in an ODI tri-series match in Lahore. Initially trailing at 154-9, the home team rallied against the odds. All-rounder Shadab Khan delivered a career-best 113 not out, while Haris Rauf contributed impressively on seven from 19 balls. Their 89-run partnership at the last wicket remains the highest 10th wicket stand in ODI history for a successful chase.

Shadab's innings, marked by 13 fours and five sixes, put Pakistan in a strong position. England's opener Ben Duckett scored a brilliant 105, but the rest of the England team struggled, mirroring a similar performance just days earlier against Sri Lanka. Captain Shaheen Afridi spearheaded Pakistan's bowling with figures of 4-46, and debutant fast bowler Razaullah claimed 2-38.

England's bowlers, including Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton, and Liam Dawson, dominated Pakistan's innings in the 34th over, reducing them to 154-9. Shadab and Rauf's resilience ensured Pakistan narrowly escaped defeat. After a review, an inside edge led to a boundary by Haris Rauf, sealing the one-wicket win. Pakistan captain Afridi expressed his joy at the team's performance, emphasizing the effort as top drawer.

England captain Harry Brook acknowledged the team's commendable effort despite losing the match. England now faces an uphill battle, having lost all three matches in the tri-series and are unlikely to qualify for the final.