Shan Masood Smashes Fastest First-Class Double Century for Pakistan: Pakistan’s Test captain Shan Masood has played an innings in domestic cricket that has captured the attention of the entire cricketing world. Shan Masood broke the 30-year-old record of legendary Pakistani batsman Inzamam-ul-Haq by scoring the fastest double century in first-class cricket.
History made in 177 balls
Shan Masood achieved this historic feat in just 177 balls. Previously, this record belonged to Inzamam-ul-Haq, who scored a double century in 188 balls. This record had long been considered one of the most significant records in Pakistani cricket.
Shan Masood’s double century in the President’s Cup
This magnificent innings was played by Shan Masood in a President’s Cup match, where he represented Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited. On the very first day of the match, he batted aggressively, putting immense pressure on the bowlers. By the end of the day’s play, Shan Masood was unbeaten on 212 runs.
| Player | Balls (for 200 runs) | Record Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shan Masood | 177 | New Pakistani Record |
| Virender Sehwag | 182 | Former Record (FC) |
| Inzamam-ul-Haq | 188 | Old Pakistani Record |
Masood’s Test career to receive a new boost
Shan Masood’s performance is considered a very positive sign for Pakistani cricket.
His form and confidence could prove crucial for the team in upcoming international matches. During this innings, Masood demonstrated that he possesses the ability to score quickly even in the longer format of the game.
Overall, this double century, scored off 177 balls, has become one of the most memorable innings of Shan Masood’s career, one that will be remembered in Pakistani domestic cricket for a long time.
