ISLAMABAD: Pakistan secured a thrilling victory against Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle. Winning by four wickets and taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series.
Resuming their run-chase at 48-3, the Pakistan team, led by their skipper and Imam-ul-Haq, displayed dominance and determination throughout the match.
Babar Azam play an impressive innings. Showcasing his flair with 24 runs and five boundaries before being caught by Prabath Jayasuriya. However, it was Imam-ul-Haq who emerged as the star of the nail-biting encounter, guiding Pakistan to victory with a well-deserved fifty in the second innings.
Despite the brilliant performance, Saud Shakeel’s innings came to an end. When he was dismisses after scoring 30 runs off 38 balls, unable to see the innings through to its conclusion. This victory marked Pakistan’s first win in Test cricket in a year, making it even more special for the team.
On the fourth day of the match, Pakistan faced a tricky 131-run chase, but thanks to the efforts of spinners Noman Ali and Abrar Ahmed, they managed to bowl Sri Lanka out for 279 runs. This set up a challenging but achievable target for the visitors, who reached 48 for 3 at stumps on that day in Galle, with another 83 runs needed to take the lead in the series.
The second Test of the series is schedule to commence on Monday, July 24, in Colombo. Fans will be eagerly waiting to see if Pakistan can continue their winning momentum or if Sri Lanka will bounce back to level the series.
Saud Shakeel’s Double Century that’s a victory Against Sri lank
Saud Shakeel achieved his first-ever double-century in Test matches. As Pakistan extended their commanding lead to 149 runs against Sri Lanka on day three of the rain-affected opening match.
During the rain-affected opening match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Saud Shakeel displayed an outstanding performance, hitting his maiden double century in Test matches. He remains unbeaten on 208 runs, leading Pakistan to a total of 461 runs. Before being bowled out by Sri Lanka in the final session.
Shakeel’s exceptional innings were support by a frustrating ninth-wicket partnership of 94 runs with Naseem Shah. Who contributed six runs off 78 balls? This stand posed a challenge for the Sri Lankan bowlers. The 27-year-old Shakeel achieved his milestone by cutting Dhananjaya de Silva for a boundary, earning a well-deserved standing ovation.
