Jos Buttler silences critics with second-ever Test century against Pakistan at Ageas Bowl

Putting an end to his spree of poor performances in Test, English wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler has returned to action as he smashed his second-ever Test century on Saturday against Pakistan. Buttler, who played a match-winning kck in first Test of series, sprung to become top-scored for England this summer toppling Ben Stokes. wicketkeeper's last century, which was also his maiden, h come two years back against India. 

Buttler survives to smash 100

Buttler's moment of euphoria came just a delivery after he survived an umpiring error. In 102 over of first innings, umpire h ruled Buttler out off Zaheer Abbas' delivery. However, a timely and smart DRS provided batsman with a lifeline to cruise past 100. On very next delivery, Buttler slapped through point for three runs, registering his second ever Test century at as Bowl. Netizens rushed to celebrate Buttler's spectacular innings rejoicing over his power-packed comeback. Here are a few of those reactions:

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Third Test So Far

With second Test ending in a draw, Pakistan looked determined to equal series with a victory in third test. visitors registered four quick wickets in first innings, however, Jos Buttler and Zak Crawley h different plans. English batsmen dug into ir crease and rotated strike effectively without being troubled by Pakistani bowlers. Crawley, registered his maiden century and his currently nearing a double century. England are at 373 with loss of four wickets while Pakistan are desperately searching for a wicket to break partnership. 

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