26 October 2026 (Navroze Bureau) Pakistan produced a stunning comeback against England in Lahore on Sunday, October 25, 2026, as Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf scripted a historic last-wicket partnership to secure a thrilling one-wicket victory in the ODI tri-series. Shadab scored an unbeaten 113, while Rauf remained not out on seven as Pakistan chased down England’s target of 242 with 17 balls to spare.
The pair added an unbeaten 89 runs for the 10th wicket, setting a new record for the highest 10th-wicket partnership in a successful men’s ODI run chase. Their achievement surpassed the previous record of 64 runs, established by West Indies batters Deryck Murray and Andy Roberts against Pakistan during the inaugural Men’s Cricket World Cup in 1975
The result looked highly unlikely when Pakistan were reduced to 154 for nine in the 34th over, still requiring 88 runs to win. With only one wicket remaining, England appeared close to securing victory. However, Shadab and Rauf resisted the pressure, attacked the bowling when opportunities arose and carried Pakistan over the finish line.
Shadab Khan’s Record-Breaking Century
Shadab delivered one of the finest innings of his international career, finishing unbeaten on 113 from 96 deliveries. His innings included 13 fours and five sixes, helping Pakistan recover from a precarious position and complete a remarkable chase.
The century was particularly significant because Shadab became the highest-scoring batter in men’s ODI history while batting at number eight or lower. His unbeaten 113 surpassed the previous benchmark of 100, achieved by Ireland’s Simi Singh against South Africa in 2021 and Bangladesh’s Mehidy Hasan Miraz against India in the same year.
Shadab initially focused on rebuilding the innings after Pakistan lost wickets at regular intervals. As the required run rate increased, he gradually shifted gears, finding boundaries and putting pressure on England’s bowlers.
His ability to protect the tailender from excessive exposure to the strike while continuing to score quickly proved essential. Shadab’s composure under pressure allowed Pakistan to remain in contention even when the required target appeared difficult to reach.
Haris Rauf Provides Crucial Support
Haris Rauf played a vital supporting role during the record partnership. The fast bowler scored seven not out from 19 balls, allowing Shadab to take the lead in the scoring while ensuring Pakistan did not lose its final wicket.
Rauf also struck the winning boundary, completing the extraordinary chase and triggering celebrations among Pakistan’s players and supporters at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Although his individual score was modest, his contribution was crucial. A last-wicket partnership depends on both batters staying at the crease, and Rauf’s determination gave Shadab the opportunity to continue attacking England’s bowling.
The pair’s unbeaten 89-run stand was also the fourth-highest 10th-wicket partnership in men’s ODI history, regardless of the match situation. Their achievement was even more notable because it came in a successful chase with Pakistan facing the prospect of defeat.
England Post 241 Runs After Ben Duckett’s Century
Earlier, England were bowled out for 241 in 46.4 overs after being asked to bat. Ben Duckett led the visitors’ batting effort with a composed 105, while Sam Curran contributed 42 runs and Gus Atkinson remained unbeaten on 36.
England’s innings included several important partnerships, but Pakistan’s bowlers managed to take wickets at regular intervals and prevent the visitors from building an even larger total.
Shaheen Shah Afridi was among Pakistan’s leading performers with the ball, claiming four wickets. Razaullah and Arafat Minhas also contributed with two wickets each, helping restrict England to a target that eventually proved just within reach.
Despite the competitive total, England’s bowlers initially appeared to have done enough to defend it. Pakistan’s top order struggled, and the hosts lost six wickets before Shadab began his rescue effort.
Pakistan Recover From 154 for Nine
Pakistan’s chase began poorly as England exploited early opportunities to remove key batters. Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub and Babar Azam departed cheaply, putting the hosts under immediate pressure.
Saad Baig offered some resistance with 32 from 22 deliveries, while Salman Ali Agha scored 26. However, wickets continued to fall, leaving Pakistan at 154 for nine in the 34th over.
At that stage, England needed just one more wicket to win. Shadab, however, continued to find scoring opportunities and gradually shifted the momentum.
One of the most dramatic moments came when Shadab was given out leg-before-wicket on 97 against Gus Atkinson. Pakistan reviewed the decision, and the replay confirmed an inside edge, allowing the batter to continue his innings.
Shadab responded by reaching his century and helping Pakistan move closer to the target. With Rauf providing support at the other end, the pair completed the chase in 47.1 overs, finishing at 243 for nine.
Pakistan Reach the Tri-Series Final
The victory marked Pakistan’s third consecutive win in the ODI tri-series and secured their place in the final scheduled for October 31, 2026. England, meanwhile, suffered their third defeat in as many matches, leaving their campaign in a difficult position.