In Multan, Pakistan defeated the visitors by a great margin of 152 runs in the 2nd Test against England, therefore attaining a historic triumph. This victory not only signalled the end of a challenging period for Pakistan’s Test cricket but also restored hope for their future performances on native ground. Particularly from Pakistan’s spinners Sajid Khan and Noman Ali, who were crucial in this historic win, the match was a wonderful exhibition of cricketing strategy and will.
Early dominance of Pakistan
Pakistan shown their intention right away by scoring 366 runs in the first innings, thanks mostly to debutant Kamran Ghulam. Ghulam’s first century turned out to be a stunner since it anchored Pakistan’s batting line and laid a strong basis for their bowling attack. England responded with a respectable 291, but Sajid Khan tore through the English batting order to take seven wickets in the first innings—an amazing effort that securely put Pakistan in the driver’s seat.
The Spin Enchantment: Sajid Khan and Noman Ali Shine
But during England’s second innings, the contest saw its turning point. Pursuing 297, the guests struggled right away. Combining to take up all 20 English wickets, Sajid Khan and Noman Ali created an amazing bowling combo unheard of in Test cricket for more than five decades. Claiming eight wickets in the second innings, Noman Ali sealed up the game before lunch on the fourth day with the last seven.
England was knocked out for just 144 runs, with just Ben Stokes (37) and Brydon Carse (27) providing any genuine challenge, therefore this amazing bowling effort left England stunned. The combined 20-wicket haul of the spinning pair was a remarkable achievement, giving Pakistan’s much-needed victory much more meaning.
Breaking the Winless Streak at Home
This triumph in Multan was more than simply another one for Pakistan. It broke an annoying 11-match losing run at home, which had plagued the team for three and a half years. After battling six straight losses since assuming the post, new test captain Shan Masood eventually achieved his first victory, greatly energising the team and the supporters.
England’s Fall and Future Prospect
England, who had convincingly scored an innings and 47 run first Test, arrived for the second Test confident. But their incapacity to manage Multan’s spin-friendly environment turned expensive. Though Stokes and Carse made sporadic contributions, the visitors collapsed under duress unable to sustain their batting momentum. Consequently, the series is currently equal 1-1, with everything to play for the forthcoming third Test at Rawalpindi.
Looking ahead: the Rawalpindi Decider
Rawalpindi will be the venue for the decider of this exciting Test series; both teams will be keen to declare triumph here. Inspired by their amazing comeback in Multan, Pakistan will seek to keep up their winning momentum; England will have to fast recover to offset Pakistan’s spinning onslaught. Both teams want glory and a memorable series win, hence the final match looks to be an interesting challenge.
Particularly on home ground, Pakistan’s triumph in the second test against England is evidence of their tenacity and ability. Together with Kamran Ghulam’s debut century, the exploits of Sajid Khan and Noman Ali have not only helped Pakistan return into the series but also raised team spirit. Cricket fans should expect another fierce struggle as the two sides get ready for the last clash in Rawalpindi; the series is still highly open for grabs.
