Shadab, Rauf set record for highest 10th-wicket stand in successful ODI chase

Pakistan’s Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf scripted a remarkable chapter in ODI cricket history, setting a world record for the highest unbeaten 10th-wicket partnership in the format during Pakistan’s thrilling one-wicket victory over England at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium on Sunday.

Chasing England’s target of 243 runs, Pakistan appeared to be heading towards defeat after losing nine wickets for just 154 runs. However, Shadab and Rauf produced an extraordinary fightback, sharing an unbeaten 89-run partnership to turn the match around and secure Pakistan’s place in the tri-nation ODI series final.

Pakistan reached 243 for nine in 47.1 overs, completing one of the most dramatic finishes of the tournament.

Before this match, the record for the highest successful 10th-wicket partnership in an ODI run chase belonged to West Indies’ Derrick Murray and Andy Roberts, who added an unbeaten 64 runs against Pakistan in 1975. Shadab and Rauf surpassed that mark with their historic stand.

Shadab’s Maiden ODI Century Makes History

Shadab delivered a career-defining performance, scoring an unbeaten 113 off 96 balls, including 13 fours and five sixes. The innings marked his first century in ODI cricket and proved decisive in Pakistan’s remarkable comeback.

The all-rounder also set a new record for the highest individual score by a batter at number eight in ODI history, surpassing previous unbeaten 100-run efforts by Ireland’s Simi Singh and Bangladesh’s Mehidy Hasan Miraz.

Rauf played a crucial supporting role, remaining unbeaten on seven off 19 deliveries while providing Shadab with the support needed to complete the chase.

The partnership demonstrated remarkable composure under pressure, with both players refusing to surrender despite Pakistan being reduced to its final wicket.

Pakistan Seal a Memorable Victory

The win not only established a new world record but also secured Pakistan’s place in the tri-nation series final.

Shadab’s extraordinary century and Rauf’s determined support transformed an almost lost contest into a historic triumph, giving Pakistan fans a night to remember at Gaddafi Stadium.