Shan Masood Creates History with Fastest Double Century

Overview

Pakistan Test captain Shan Masood created history by scoring the fastest double century in Pakistan first class cricket. He reached 200 runs in just 177 balls while playing for SNGPL, breaking a 32 year old national record and setting a new benchmark for speed and consistency.

Shan Masood celebrates after reaching his record breaking double century in the President Trophy match in Karachi.
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Pakistan Test team captain Shan Masood has etched his name into the record books by smashing the fastest double century in Pakistan first class cricket history during the President Trophy match in Karachi.

Representing Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), Shan produced an extraordinary innings that combined aggressive stroke play with technical excellence, thrilling fans and experts alike.

Record Breaking Performance in Karachi

Shan Masood achieved his double hundred in only 177 deliveries while facing Sahir Associates, setting a new national benchmark for speed in first class cricket.

Key Highlights of the Innings

• Double century reached in 177 balls
• Match played in Karachi
• Team: SNGPL
• Opposition: Sahir Associates
• Format: First class / President Trophy

This achievement officially became the fastest first class double century ever recorded by a Pakistani batter.

Previous Record Holders Surpassed

Before Shan historic knock, the record was held by former captain Inzamam ul Haq, who scored a double century in 188 balls against Oxford and Cambridge Universities in 1992.

Comparison of Records

• Inzamam ul Haq/ 1992/ 188 balls in England
• Shan Masood/ 2025/ 177 balls in Karachi 

Shan innings not only broke Inzamam record but also became the fastest double century ever scored on Pakistani soil.

Ending the Day Unbeaten

By the end of the day play, Shan Masood was not out on 212 runs from 185 balls, showing no signs of slowing down and maintaining full control of the innings.

His knock was a perfect blend of patience, timing, and attacking intent a performance that will be remembered as one of the finest in Pakistan domestic cricket history.

Breaking an International Benchmark Too

Interestingly, the previous fastest double century on Pakistani grounds belonged to Virender Sehwag, who scored his 200 in 182 balls during the 2006 Lahore Test.

Shan Masood innings has now surpassed that mark as well, making it the quickest double hundred ever scored in Pakistan across formats.

Why This Record Matters

Shan Masood achievement is significant because it:

• Highlights Pakistan growing domestic talent
• Shows aggressive modern batting trends in red ball cricket
• Sets a new standard for future players
• Boosts interest in Pakistan domestic tournaments

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