Pakistan Off to Steady Start Against England in First Test
Pakistan's opening batsmen build a promising partnership after winning the toss and opting to bat in Multan.
Overview
- Pakistan reached 67/1 after 15 overs with Abdullah Shafique and Shan Masood leading the charge.
- Shan Masood, Pakistan's Test captain, is under pressure to prove himself as a leader and batsman.
- England's debutant Brydon Carse showed promise, clocking speeds up to 90 mph.
- Gus Atkinson secured an early breakthrough for England, dismissing Saim Ayub for 4.
- The match is being played under hot conditions, with temperatures reaching 37 degrees in Multan.