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In a resounding start to the West Indies tour of Pakistan 2025, the hosts clinched a comprehensive 127-run victory in the first Test match. The win set the tone for what promises to be an exciting series, showcasing Pakistan’s dominance in the match and their strategic emphasis on youth development.
Youthful talent in focus: Mohammad Huraira’s Test debut
The match was marked by the Test debut of 22-year-old Mohammad Huraira, a decision that reflects Pakistan’s commitment to nurturing young talent. Huraira replaced Saim Ayub, who was ruled out due to a fractured ankle sustained during the recent Test series against South Africa in Cape Town. The youngster’s inclusion in the playing XI has already generated significant buzz among fans and cricket analysts alike.
10 lesser-known facts about Mohammad Huraira
1. A cricketing prodigy born in 2002
Huraira was born on April 25, 2002, in Pakistan, and has quickly risen through the ranks of domestic and international cricket.
2. Nephew of former cricketer
Huraira has cricketing roots, being the nephew of former Pakistan star batter Shoaib Malik, which adds a legacy of excellence to his career.
3. A U-19 World Cup participant
He represented Pakistan in the 2020 U-19 Cricket World Cup, showcasing his talent on a global stage early in his career.
4. First-Class debut in 2021
Huraira made his first-class debut on October 20, 2021, playing for Northern in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy.
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5. Maiden triple century in domestic cricket
In the 2021–22 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, he achieved a significant milestone by scoring his maiden triple century in first-class cricket.
6. Second-youngest to score a triple century in Pakistan
Huraira’s triple century made him the second-youngest batter to achieve this feat in a domestic first-class match in Pakistan.
7. PSL debut in 2022
On February 20, 2022, he made his Twenty20 debut for Islamabad United in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), further expanding his repertoire.
8. List A debut in 2022
Huraira’s List A debut came on March 2, 2022, representing Northern in domestic cricket.
9. First international call-up in 2023
In June 2023, he was included in Pakistan’s Test squad for an away series against Sri Lanka, though he did not play a match.
10. A stellar first-class record
With 3427 runs in just 44 matches, Huraira’s exceptional first-class batting average has cemented his place in Pakistan’s playing XI for the upcoming Test against the West Indies.
