Rawalpindi, Nov. 13 -- The opening Test of the ICC World Test Championship series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka ended in a hard-fought draw after five days of competitive cricket in Rawalpindi.

Pakistan, who began the final day with a 45-run lead, showed resilience with the bat to finish at 284/8 in their second innings, ensuring Sri Lanka had no opportunity to bat again.

Resuming Day 5 at 57/1, Pakistan suffered an early setback, losing Azan Awais (22) and Mohammad Taha (24) in quick succession. Lahiru Kumara and Asitha Fernando picked up the respective wickets.

Skipper Babar Azam battled hard for his 34 before falling to Milan Rathnayaka, while Salman Agha (13) departed shortly afterwards, leaving Pakistan under pressure.

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