Updated On: 19 July, 2023 08:30 AM IST | Galle | IANS
Shakeel is also only the second Pakistan batter to score a double-century in his first Test match away from home

Pakistan`s Saud Shakeel celebrates scoring a double century during the third day of the first cricket test match between Sri Lanka and Pakistan in Galle, Sri Lanka. Pic/AP, PTI
Saud Shakeel`s unbeaten double century (208) put Pakistan in a commanding position in the first Test against Sri Lanka at the end of Day 3 at Galle International Stadium, here on Tuesday.
Shakeel completed a double hundred while batting alongside No.11 Abrar Ahmed and remained unbeaten on 208 when the last wicket fell. Pakistan took a decisive 149-run lead that could prove to be crucial as the Test goes on.