PAK vs ENG: President Asif Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulate Pakistan team after Test series win over England

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed their heartfelt congratulations to the Pakistan cricket team following their impressive Test series victory against England, capped off by a dominant nine-wicket win in the final match.

In a statement released on Saturday, President Zardari praised the team's outstanding performance throughout the series. "The national cricket team played exceptionally well against England. I congratulate the entire nation and the team on this series victory," he said. The President conveyed his optimism for future successes, encouraging the team to maintain their high standards in upcoming matches.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also lauded the team's spirit and unity, stating, "The passion and teamwork displayed by the Pakistan cricket team have made the nation proud. We are thrilled with their success." He extended his best wishes for the team's continued achievements in future competitions.

The series finale, held in Rawalpindi, showcased Pakistan's dominance as they restricted England to a mere 112 runs after the visitors resumed their innings at 24/3. Pakistan's bowlers, Noman Ali and Sajid Khan, wreaked havoc on the English lineup, leading to their quick collapse. Chasing a modest target of 36 runs, the hosts accomplished the task comfortably, sealing the series in style.

This victory holds special significance for Pakistan, marking their first Test series win at home in nearly 3.5 years. The last time the team celebrated a home Test series victory was against South Africa in January 2021. Since that time, Pakistan has faced setbacks at home against teams like Australia, England, and Bangladesh in 2022 and 2024.