Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf and England all-rounder Will Jacks were involved in a heated exchange during the ODI tri-series match at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The argument took place during Pakistan’s tense chase and required the intervention of the on-field umpire and England batter Joe Root.

The incident happened on the final ball of the 46th over of Pakistan’s innings. Sam Curran bowled a sharp bouncer to Shadab Khan, who was batting on 99 off 90 balls at the time. Shadab looked towards the square-leg umpire, seemingly expecting the delivery to be called wide, but the umpire did not signal it.

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Meanwhile, Rauf, who was at the non-striker’s end, got into an argument with Jacks, who was fielding nearby.

Joe Root Steps In As Haris Rauf, Will Jacks Exchange Words

Rauf was seen pointing his bat towards Jacks before walking towards the England all-rounder in an aggressive manner. The situation quickly caught the attention of the on-field umpire, who stepped in to prevent things from escalating.

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Root then rushed towards the two players and escorted Rauf away from the confrontation. The incident took place during a tense phase of the match, with Pakistan still needing runs to complete their remarkable chase.

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Shadab Khan, Haris Rauf Script Historic Pakistan Win

Despite the heated exchange, Pakistan went on to complete a memorable victory over England. The hosts were struggling at 154/9 while chasing a target of 242, with 88 runs still needed to win.

Shadab and Rauf came together at a crucial moment and turned the game around with an unbeaten 89-run partnership for the 10th wicket. Shadab finished on 113 not out off 113 balls, while Rauf contributed seven not out off 19 deliveries.

Pakistan reached the target in 47.1 overs, completing one of the most remarkable comebacks in ODI cricket.

Shadab Khan Breaks ODI Record

Shadab’s unbeaten century also earned him a place in the record books. His 113 not out is the highest individual score by a batter at No. 8 or lower in men’s ODIs.

The partnership between Shadab and Rauf also set a new record for the highest 10th-wicket stand in a successful ODI chase.

Pakistan had looked down and out after losing their ninth wicket at 154, but the pair held their nerve to seal a stunning win over England in Lahore.


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