England stunned by Pakistan as Shadab Khan's 113 clinches last-wicket victory

Pakistan pull off stunning last-wicket heist to beat England

A new Test Match Special podcast episode on BBC Radio 5 Live has dissected one of the most remarkable turnarounds in recent Test cricket, as Pakistan defeated England thanks to a sensational final-wicket stand.

Henry Moeran is joined by Jonathan Agnew, Steven Finn and Alex Hartley to examine exactly how England were beaten by the hosts, after a defiant last-wicket partnership of 89 guided Pakistan to their target.

The hero of the hour was Shadab Khan, whose incredible innings of 113 proved the difference. With the game on a knife-edge, Khan's century steadied the lower order and, together with a stubborn final-wicket alliance, dragged Pakistan over the line in front of their own supporters.

Pakistan bowler Haris Rauf struck the winning runs to complete a famous triumph, capping a contest that few had expected to swing so dramatically.

McCullum reflects on the collapse

The episode also features the thoughts of England head coach Brendon McCullum, who was left to contemplate how his side let a winning position slip. The panel picked over the tactical and technical failings that allowed Pakistan back into the match and ultimately over the line.

The 33-minute episode, published on 25 October 2026, is available on BBC Sounds for over a year.