Saud Shakeel Joins Gavaskar & Bradman on Elite List of First 6 Test Runs

In a spectacular display of skill, Pakistan's Saud Shakeel powered his team to a thrilling four-wicket victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at Galle, with a match-winning double-century on his side. His remarkable knock of 208 runs off 361 balls not only secured the win but also etched his name on various Test cricket records, joining the ranks of cricketing legends.

With 818 runs in his first six Test matches, Shakeel now stands as the third-highest run-scorer at this stage in his career, surpassing renowned batters. The talented left-handed batter finds himself in the esteemed company of Sunil Gavaskar and Don Bradman, with only Gavaskar's 912 and Bradman's 862 runs ahead of him.

Shakeel's impressive feat outshined the likes of Harry Brook, George Headley, and Abdullah Shafique, who managed 809, 730, and 720 runs respectively in the same number of matches.

Furthermore, the stylish batter even eclipsed Mohammad Hafeez's individual highest score in Test cricket in Sri Lanka during the match.

Notably, Saud Shakeel has now claimed the record for the most aggregate career runs by a Pakistani after the first 12 innings of his Test career, showcasing his tremendous potential and prowess with the bat.

Watch out for this rising star as he continues to make his mark in the world of cricket!