Shadab Khan’s match-winning century sparks social media celebrations after Pakistan’s thrilling win

Social media was awash with praise on Sunday after Shadab Khan struck an unbeaten century to steer Pakistan to a dramatic one-wicket victory over England in the fourth match of the One-day International tri-series at the Gaddafi Stadium. Chasing 242, Pakistan were in deep trouble at 154-9 before Shadab’s 113 not out off 96 balls, featuring 13 fours and five sixes, and an unbroken 89-run partnership with Haris Rauf turned the match on its head. The victory secured Pakistan’s place in the tri-series final and set a record for the highest 10th-wicket partnership in a successful ODI chase. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif led the congratulatory messages, praising the team’s resilience and Shadab’s decisive contribution. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) celebrated the all-rounder’s performance in a series of posts, hailing him as a superstar and describing the result as a remarkable comeback.

In another post, the board wrote: “THE MOST STAGGERING COMEBACK YOU WILL EVER SEE! ” Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar also joined the celebrations, highlighting the decisive last-wicket stand. “A thriller beyond imagination,” he wrote about the game. Former Pakistan opener Ahmad Shahzad praised Shadab’s composure under pressure but cautioned that the team’s batting remained a concern. “What a turnaround, a VICTORY!! Shadab Khan deserves credit for his maiden international century, showing composure and responsibility under pressure. Haris Rauf stood firm alongside him as the last wicket pair carried Pakistan over the line. ” The International Cricket Council (ICC) highlighted the significance of the innings, posting : “A monumental hundred under pressure from Shadab Khan sends Pakistan into the ODI tri-series final. ” In a separate message, the ICC wrote: “Pakistan…