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Mohammad Rizwan Goes Past Pant, Buttler; Shatters Multiple Records In PAK vs BAN 1st Test

Mohammad Rizwan Shatters Multiple Records [X.com]Mohammad Rizwan Shatters Multiple Records [X.com]

Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan showcased his exceptional talent in the first Test of the two-match series against Bangladesh at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, where he delivered a stunning unbeaten 171.

His remarkable innings, featuring 11 fours and three sixes, not only anchored Pakistan's commanding total of 448 but also shattered several records.

Highest Score by a Designated Wicketkeeper in WTC History

Rizwan's unbeaten 171 now stands as the highest score by a designated wicketkeeper in the history of the World Test Championship (WTC). This monumental effort against Bangladesh surpassed previous records, cementing his place in the annals of cricket history.

Surpassing Jos Buttler and Rishabh Pant

With this innings, Rizwan overtook England's Jos Buttler and India's Rishabh Pant. Buttler had previously held the record with his 152 against Pakistan in 2020, while Pant's unbeaten 159 against Australia in 2019 was another significant milestone. Rizwan's performance has now put him ahead of these cricketing stars.

Fifth Pakistani Wicketkeeper to Score 150+

Rizwan's century also saw him join an elite group of Pakistani wicketkeepers who have scored 150 or more in a Test innings. He became the fifth to achieve this feat, joining the ranks of legends like Imtiaz Ahmed, Taslim Arif, Rashid Latif, and Kamran Akmal.

Second-Highest Unbeaten Score by a Pakistani Wicketkeeper

Rizwan's 171* also ranks as the second-highest unbeaten score by a Pakistani wicketkeeper in Test cricket. Taslim Arif remains the record holder with his 210* against Australia, but Rizwan's latest performance is a testament to his growing stature in the game.