Pakistan vs England 1st Test: Shan Masood hits century after 1524 days

Pakistan captain Shan Masood ended a 1524-day drought with his fifth Test century against England in Multan, scoring an emotional hundred that marked his return to form and consistency. Masood’s previous century came in 2020, highlighting his resilience through periods of turbulence and leadership pressure. He raised his bat to acknowledge the crowd, and his batting partner, Abdullah Shafique, embraced him to share in the special moment.