Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has added a memorable achievement to the honours board at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. His unbeaten century against England helped Pakistan secure a dramatic one-wicket victory in the ODI tri-series on October 25, 2026. Shadab delivered a remarkable performance when Pakistan appeared close to defeat. Chasing England’s target of 242 runs, Pakistan had lost nine wickets for 154 runs. The team still needed 88 runs, leaving little room for error.
However, Shadab remained at the crease and continued attacking England’s bowlers. He scored an unbeaten 113 runs from 96 deliveries. His innings included 13 fours and five sixes, helping Pakistan complete the chase in 47.1 overs.
The century marked Shadab’s first international hundred. It was also a record-breaking performance for a batter entering at number eight or lower in men’s One-Day International cricket. His innings turned a difficult situation into a memorable victory for the hosts.
Record partnership seals Pakistan’s victory
Shadab received crucial support from fast bowler Haris Rauf during the final stages of the chase. The pair shared an unbeaten 89-run partnership for the tenth wicket. Their stand became the highest tenth-wicket partnership in a successful men’s ODI run chase. <Cite refs={[“turn927351search0″,”turn927351search1”]}/>
Rauf remained unbeaten on seven runs from 19 balls. He also struck the boundary that secured Pakistan’s victory. The partnership showed how the two players kept the chase alive despite Pakistan losing wickets at regular intervals. Shadab also faced a tense moment when England appealed for leg-before-wicket. He was given out on 97 but reviewed the decision. The replay showed an inside edge, allowing him to continue his innings and reach his century.
The victory secured Pakistan’s place in the ODI tri-series final. It also marked the team’s third consecutive win in the competition. England had earlier scored 241 runs before being bowled out in 46.4 overs.
A memorable moment at Gaddafi Stadium
Shadab Khan’s performance added another significant moment to Gaddafi Stadium’s cricket history. The Lahore venue regularly hosts major domestic and international matches. His century will be remembered for its timing, the records it created, and its role in Pakistan’s victory.
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The innings also highlighted the importance of contributions from lower-order batters. With Pakistan down to its last wicket, Shadab continued to score while Rauf supported him at the other end. For Shadab, the achievement represents an important milestone in his international career. For Pakistan, it was a dramatic win that demonstrated the value of persistence under pressure.
