WATCH: Kamran Ghulam Shines on Test Debut with Maiden Century in PAK vs ENG 2nd Test
Pakistan ended Day 1 at 259/5, with Mohammad Rizwan (37*) and Salman Agha (5*) at the crease, putting the hosts in a steady position.

Asela MadhusankaEditor
Posted - 2024-10-15T19:27:49+06:00
Updated - 2024-10-15T19:27:49+06:00
Kamran Ghulam made a memorable Test debut for Pakistan in the second Test against England at the Multan Cricket Stadium on Tuesday (October 15). The 29-year-old right-hander, who replaced Babar Azam in Pakistan’s playing XI, played a crucial knock to rescue Pakistan from a precarious position. Ghulam reached his maiden Test century with a boundary on the last ball of the 74th over, bringing up his ton off 192 deliveries.
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Ghulam's innings was a beacon of resilience as he walked out to bat with Pakistan struggling at 19/2. Despite the pressure, the debutant played with confidence, hitting one six and nine boundaries. His partnership with opener Saim Ayub (77) was pivotal, as the duo stitched together a 149-run stand, helping Pakistan recover from their early setbacks.
Known for his consistent performances in first-class cricket, where he has scored 4377 runs at an impressive average of 49.17, Ghulam lived up to the expectations. He has 16 centuries and 20 half-centuries in 59 first-class matches, making him one of Pakistan's promising talents.
Pakistan ended Day 1 at 259/5, with Mohammad Rizwan (37*) and Salman Agha (5*) at the crease, putting the hosts in a steady position.