Pakistan batter Shan Masood records a landmark century in the inaugural Test match hosted at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad.

Pakistan batter Shan Masood etched his name into the record books on Monday by becoming the first cricketer to score a Test century at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy (BLCA) in Tarouba, Trinidad and Tobago.

The milestone came during the third day of the opening Test between Pakistan and West Indies, a match that also marked the first-ever international red-ball fixture hosted at the venue.

The experienced left-handed batter played a crucial role in Pakistan’s reply to West Indies’ first-innings total of 311.

Coming to the crease at number three after Pakistan lost an early wicket with just one run on the board, Masood displayed remarkable composure and resilience against the home side’s bowling attack.

Masood reached his century during the opening session on day three, producing a determined innings that steadied Pakistan after an early setback.

His knock of 109 runs from 184 deliveries featured 12 boundaries and highlighted his ability to build partnerships under pressure. The innings not only helped Pakistan remain competitive in the contest but also ensured his place in the history of the newly established Test venue.

The 36-year-old’s century carries additional significance as it was achieved in the inaugural Test match at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy.

As a result, Masood became the first batter to register a three-figure score in Test cricket at the ground, setting a benchmark for future international matches at the venue.

The historic occasion was recognized before the start of the match when Cricket West Indies (CWI) presented the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) with a commemorative plaque to celebrate the academy’s first Test match. The PCB later shared images of the plaque on its official social media platforms.

The specially designed plaque features a polished wooden frame with a black-and-gold engraved presentation plate.

It also includes a photograph of West Indies captain Roston Chase and Pakistan skipper Babar Azam holding the trophy for the ongoing two-match series, which is part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 cycle.

Masood’s memorable century and the historic nature of the venue have added a special chapter to Pakistan-West Indies Test cricket, making the inaugural BLCA Test a landmark occasion for both teams and the sport.