Agha's Century Leads Pakistan to a Mammoth 556 in First Test
Pakistan declared their first innings on 556/3, thanks to a magnificent century from Agha Salman, who finished on 158 not out. The young batsman, who had only played two Tests previously, dominated the Sri Lankan bowling attack, smashing 21 fours and 2 sixes in his knock. His incredible display set the tone for a dominant day for Pakistan, who looked unstoppable in their quest for a big first innings score.
A Solid Start for Pakistan
The day started with Pakistan resuming their innings on 290/2. The overnight batsmen, Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam, continued their strong partnership, adding another 58 runs to their overnight total before Babar fell for 119.
Agha Salman Takes Center Stage
That's when Agha Salman, the young batsman, seized the opportunity. He came in and immediately took the attack to the Sri Lankan bowlers. He played with incredible confidence and aggression, hitting boundaries at will. His partnership with Imam-ul-Haq, who finished on 169, was worth 256 runs and effectively put the game beyond Sri Lanka's reach.
Pakistan's Dominance Continues
The rest of the Pakistan batting lineup was also in good form. Azhar Ali, who had been struggling for form recently, made a crucial 54 runs, while Mohammad Rizwan provided some late fireworks with a quickfire 36.
A Day of Unforgettable Performance
The declaration came after Pakistan had batted for 142 overs, with Agha Salman remaining unbeaten on 158. His performance was a testament to the depth of Pakistan's batting lineup. This was a day where Agha Salman stole the show, and Pakistan found themselves in a commanding position going into the second innings.
This dominant performance by Pakistan will surely give them the confidence going into the remaining matches of the series. We can expect a fierce battle in the second innings, as Sri Lanka tries to claw their way back into the game.
