Kamran Ghulam, Babar Azam’s stand-in, delivered a phenomenal maiden performance in the second Test match against England in Multan, exhibiting remarkable skill and poise.
The talented youngster struck a pivotal half-century, forming a vital 100-run alliance with Saim Ayub, who also achieved his fifty. This partnership revitalized Pakistan’s innings after initial blows, including the dismissal of opener Abdullah Shafique and captain Shan Masood.
Pakistan had progressed to 120/2, courtesy of Ghulam and Ayub’s steadying impact. Ghulam’s inclusion was fully justified, considering his outstanding domestic credentials: 4,377 runs in 59 matches at an average of 49.17, featuring 16 tons and 20 half-centuries.
His domestic prowess merited the chance to deputize for rested skipper Babar Azam.
