Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been in the spotlight following Pakistan’s dramatic one-wicket victory over England in Lahore. The thrilling win on October 25, 2026, saw Pakistan recover from a difficult position to chase down England’s target of 242 runs at Gaddafi Stadium.
Pakistan Secure a Dramatic Victory
Pakistan defeated England by one wicket in the fourth match of the ongoing ODI tri-series. After being bowled out for 241, England appeared to have put Pakistan under pressure during the chase, but the home side fought back to reach 243 for nine in 47.1 overs.
Shadab Khan Leads the Comeback
All-rounder Shadab Khan delivered a remarkable performance, scoring an unbeaten 113 off 96 balls. His innings included 13 fours and five sixes, helping Pakistan stay in the contest after the team lost several wickets during the middle overs. His maiden international century earned him the Player of the Match award.
Historic Partnership with Haris Rauf
Pakistan were struggling at 154 for nine when Haris Rauf joined Shadab at the crease. The pair produced an outstanding unbroken 89-run partnership for the final wicket, turning an almost lost contest into a memorable victory. Haris scored seven not out and struck the winning boundary.
Mohsin Naqvi Praises Pakistan Cricket
PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi has been involved with the national team during the Lahore leg of the tri-series. Before the England match, he visited Gaddafi Stadium and met players and team officials during a training session. Following the victory, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also congratulated the team and commended Naqvi and the PCB for their efforts to strengthen Pakistan cricket.
Shaheen Afridi Reaches a Major Milestone
Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi also made an important contribution with the ball, taking four wickets for 46 runs. He dismissed Tom Banton in the opening over to become the fastest Pakistani fast bowler to reach 150 ODI wickets, adding another achievement to Pakistan’s memorable night.
Pakistan Build Momentum in the Tri-Series
The victory marked Pakistan’s third consecutive win in the ODI tri-series and strengthened their position ahead of the final stages of the competition. England, meanwhile, suffered their third successive defeat in the tournament. Pakistan will aim to maintain this momentum in their upcoming fixture against Sri Lanka.
A Win That Could Boost Team Confidence
Pakistan’s comeback demonstrated the importance of resilience and partnerships under pressure. Shadab’s century and the decisive stand with Haris Rauf gave the team a confidence-boosting result in front of the home crowd. The challenge now is to build on this performance and maintain consistency throughout the remainder of the series.
