Karachi, October 7, 2024 – Pakistan’s rising cricket star, Abdullah Shafique, continued to impress with the bat as he scored his fifth Test century during the ongoing first Test match against England at National Stadium, Karachi. Shafique, 24, reached the landmark with a well-crafted 104 runs, anchoring Pakistan’s innings as they battle against the English attack.
Shafique’s century came in 182 balls, featuring a combination of solid technique and patience. His knock included 12 boundaries and a six, as he played an array of elegant shots to frustrate the England bowlers. His partnership with captain Babar Azam, who also looked in fine form, helped Pakistan steady the ship after early wickets.
The youngster has been a consistent performer for Pakistan since making his Test debut in 2021, and this century only adds to his growing reputation. Having already scored centuries against top teams like Sri Lanka and New Zealand, Shafique’s ability to adapt to different conditions and situations has made him one of the most promising young batsmen in world cricket.
Speaking after his innings, Shafique expressed his satisfaction with the knock but emphasized the importance of building a big score. “It’s always special to score a century, especially in a big game like this, but the team’s total is what matters the most. I’m looking to continue contributing and help Pakistan put up a strong total,” Shafique said.
Pakistan, currently batting on 230 for 4, will look to capitalize on Shafique’s milestone as they aim to set a competitive total against an English side led by captain Ben Stokes, who has been searching for wickets throughout the day.
As the match progresses, all eyes will be on Shafique to see if he can convert his solid start into a match-winning knock for Pakistan.
