Shadab Khan's unbeaten century powers Pakistan past England

Pakistan pulled off a remarkable turnaround in Lahore on Sunday, with Shadab Khan's unbeaten 113 driving the hosts to a one-wicket triumph over England in a tense encounter that went down to the wire.

Facing a precarious position at 154-9, Pakistan appeared destined for defeat before Shadab's exceptional display of batting rescued the innings. The all-rounder's composed and powerful strokeplay proved decisive as Pakistan chased down the target, with every run becoming increasingly vital in the dying stages of the match.

Shadab's match-winning effort was complemented by a record-breaking final-wicket partnership with Haris Rauf, who contributed 89 runs together in an unbroken stand that defied England's bowling attack. The partnership proved the difference-maker, allowing Pakistan to escape what seemed an impossible situation.

The victory proved decisive in the tri-series format, earning Pakistan an automatic berth in the final and keeping their tournament hopes alive. England, despite a competitive showing, fell agonisingly short in what proved a high-stakes encounter between the two nations.