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In a remarkable turn of events, Kamran Ghulam has captured the spotlight after scoring a brilliant century on his Test debut against England. The 29-year-old batter’s impressive performance has overshadowed an old incident that recently resurfaced on social media, featuring a controversial moment between him and fast bowler Haris Rauf during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in 2022.
Kamran Ghulam’s Debut Century against England
On October 15, 2024, Ghulam made headlines by scoring 118 runs off 224 balls, leading Pakistan to a solid total of 259-5 on the opening day of the second Test in Multan. His innings included 11 fours and one six, showcasing his skill and composure under pressure. Ghulam’s century comes at a pivotal time for Pakistan cricket, especially following the exclusion of former captain Babar Azam from the lineup.
Ghulam’s journey to this moment has been long and arduous. He had previously set a national record by scoring 1,249 runs in the 2020 domestic season, but his selection for the national team was delayed until now. His debut performance was crucial for Pakistan, especially after they found themselves struggling at 19-2 early in the innings.
The Viral Slapping Incident with Haris Rauf
As Ghulam’s impressive debut dominated discussions online, an old video featuring him and Haris Rauf went viral. In the clip from a PSL match in 2022, Rauf slapped Ghulam after he dropped a catch off Rauf’s bowling. This moment occurred during a celebration when Rauf claimed a wicket. However, the tension quickly dissipated as Rauf later embraced Ghulam following a successful run-out.
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Key Partnerships and Match Progression
Ghulam’s century was not achieved in isolation; he formed critical partnerships that steadied Pakistan’s innings. He added 149 runs for the third wicket with Saim Ayub, who contributed a career-best 77 runs. Additionally, Ghulam forged another vital partnership of 65 runs with wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan. Owing to Kamran Ghulam’s heroics, Pakistan are on the verge of winning a test at home after a very long hiatus.
Despite starting shakily, Ghulam’s resilience and ability to counter England‘s aggressive bowling attack were instrumental in guiding Pakistan to a competitive position. His century made him only the 13th Pakistani batter to score a hundred on debut, joining an elite group of cricketers.
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