Prime Minister (PM) Shehbaz Sharif has congratulated the Pakistani team on winning the match against England in Lahore.
In a post on X, the PM said, “Heartiest congratulations to our boys on a superb win against England in Lahore. Every run, every wicket and every catch showed the grit, discipline and fighting spirit that define Pakistan.”
Praising Shadab Khan’s performance, he said, “The last-wicket partnership between Shadab and Haris turned the game around. Shadab’s century was spectacular. Well done, boys!”
“I also commend Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi and his entire team for their tireless efforts to strengthen Pakistan cricket and to make our home ground a proud host of world-class international cricket.”, he concluded.
Well played, Team Pakistan! Shabash 👏🏻 Heartiest congratulations to our boys on a superb win against England in Lahore. Every run, every wicket and every catch showed the grit, discipline and fighting spirit that define Pakistan. The last wicket partnership between Shadab and Haris turned the game around. Shadab’s century was spectacular. Well done boys! The roar of the Lahore crowd tonight was the voice of the whole nation. You have filled millions of hearts with pride and joy. I also commend Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi and his entire team for their tireless efforts to strengthen Pakistan cricket and to make our home ground a proud host of world-class international cricket.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) October 25, 2026
Shadab Khan scored his maiden ODI century to help Pakistan secure a thrilling one-wicket win over England in the fourth match of the ODI tri-series.
Chasing 242 runs, Pakistan reached the target in the 48th over after losing nine wickets, with Shadab leading the team to victory.
Shaheen Afridi also reached a milestone in this match, dismissing England opener Tom Banton to claim his 150th ODI wicket. He has now become the second-fastest Pakistani bowler overall and the fastest Pakistani pacer to achieve the feat.
