Ahmed hundred gives Pakistan hope against England

LONDON, Aug. 25-Sarfraz Ahmed became the first Pakistan player to score a one-day international hundred at Lord's as the tourists fought back after a dramatic collapse against England on Saturday.

Ahmed's 105 was the cornerstone of Pakistan's 251 all out -- a seemingly below par total but one that looked well out of reach as they slumped to two for three following captain Azhar Ali's decision to bat first.

Imad Wasim's 63 not out was also his career-best score at this level and the left-hander helped Ahmed add 77 for the sixth wicket. Pacemen Chris Woakes and Mark Wood took three wickets apiece as England looked to go 2-0 up in this five-match series following their 44-run rain-affected win at Southampton on Wednesday. Pakistan lost recalled opener Sami Aslam (one) following an England review.

Scores: Pakistan 251 in 49.5 overs (Babar Azam 30, Sarfraz Ahmed 105, Shoaib Malik 28, Imad Wasim 63, M Wood 3/46, C Woakes 3/42, L Plunkett 2/50) v England. (AFP)