Ireland were left frustrated by Pakistan's seventh-wicket stand of 109 runs in the first day of play in their inaugural Test in Malahide. Ireland were left frustrated by Pakistan's seventh-wicket stand of 109 runs in the first day of play in their inaugural Test in Malahide. Having lost a battle against the elements on Friday, Ireland's first ball as a Test nation took place with the sun shining and under clear skies. And Ireland claimed their sixth wicket, with only 159 on the board, when Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed was caught at second slip to become Thompson's second victim. However, Ireland soon learned about the ebbs and flows of Test cricket as Shadab and Ashraf came together to rebuild the innings in the third and final session.

Source: Irish Independent May 12, 2018 18:00 UTC