England got off to a strong start after winning the toss, with openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley putting together a solid 54/0 in 13 overs.
However, Noman Ali ended their partnership by dismissing Crawley in the 14th over. Sajid Khan quickly followed up by taking out Ollie Pope, and soon after, Ali struck again, sending Duckett back to the pavilion and increasing the pressure on the visitors.
Sajid then added to the drama by claiming Harry Brook’s wicket, celebrating with intensity. On the fourth ball of the 27th over, Sajid bowled a tossed-up delivery around the middle and leg stump.
Brook shuffled too far across while attempting a sweep, missed the ball, and it crashed into the leg stump, leaving him bewildered by his misjudgment.
Star spin duo dictating the proceedings on the first morning 👏
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) October 24, 2024
Duckett and Brook also depart ☝️#PAKvENG | #TestAtHome pic.twitter.com/RgjaDcKwXE
Sajid responded with a spirited “thigh five” celebration right in front of Brook, as the Pakistan team rallied around him for taking the prized wicket of the triple centurion. Twitter lit up with excitement, buzzing about Sajid’s bold and animated celebration.