Shakeel falls just short of century in second Test against England
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Saud Shakeel scored 97 runs for Pakistan against England at Lord's in the second Test. He was dismissed by Josh Tongue, caught by Harry Brook, as England aims for victory. Shakeel's performance kept Pakistan competitive in a challenging match. England closes in on a decisive win as the match progresses.
- •Saud Shakeel scores 97 for Pakistan
- •Caught by Harry Brook off Josh Tongue
- •England in pursuit of victory at Lord's
- •Match ongoing with England closing in on win
- 4:49 PMBBC Sport — 'Would you believe it?' - Shakeel falls just short of century
"Pakistan's Saud Shakeel hits a brilliant 97 against England, but falls just short of his century as he's caught by Harry Brook off the bowling of Josh Tongue, as England close in on victory in the second Test at Lord's.
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