Pakistan’s wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan showcased his extraordinary form by scoring a remarkable 153 runs against Bangladesh in the ongoing Test match.
His innings, crafted over 219 deliveries, has not only bolstered Pakistan’s total but also etched his name among the greats in Pakistan’s cricket history.
Rizwan’s stellar knock places him fifth in an elite club of Pakistani wicketkeepers who have scored 150 or more runs in Test cricket.
He now joins the ranks of Imtiaz Ahmed, Taslim Arif, Rashid Latif, and Kamran Akmal all these cricketers have previously achieved this milestone.
This feat is particularly significant as Rizwan is the first Pakistani wicketkeeper-batsman since 2009 to surpass the 150-run mark in a Test innings.
His resilience and skill at the crease were evident as he deftly handled the Bangladeshi bowling attack, ensuring Pakistan maintained a commanding position in the match.
Rizwan’s innings has been the cornerstone of Pakistan’s first-innings total of 405, with the team still holding four wickets in hand.
His ability to anchor the innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking has put Pakistan in a strong position, leaving Bangladesh with an uphill task to stay competitive in the match.
As Pakistan aims to extend its lead, Rizwan’s performance will be remembered as a defining moment in this Test, further solidifying his reputation as one of the finest wicketkeeper-batsmen in the world today.
Pakistani wicket-keepers with scores of 150 0r more:
| Imtiaz Ahmed |
| Taslim Arif |
| Rashid Latif |
| Kamran Akmal |
| Mohammad Rizwan |
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couldve gone for a double hundred had they not declared and given Rizwan a chance to play some quick shots…
but then like usual people wouldve said that he played selfishly for a double hundred