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Pakistan Set England Daunting Target in Multan Test

Pakistan Set England Daunting Target in Multan Test

By October 18, 2024 0

Pakistan’s valiant efforts on day three of the second Test against England in Multan have set the stage for a thrilling finish. After conceding a 75-run first-innings lead, Pakistan’s second innings looked in jeopardy at 156 for 8. However, a crucial 65-run partnership between Agha Salman (63) and Sajid Khan (22) rescued the hosts.

Salman’s gritty knock, which included 10 fours, and Khan’s resolute contribution helped Pakistan post a respectable 221 in their second innings. This gave England a daunting target of 297 to win, the highest fourth-innings chase in Pakistan Test history.

Before the crucial partnership, a light-hearted moment was captured on the stump microphone. After Noman Ali played a single off his hips, Salman inquired, “Did you play it?” Ali responded with a playful reference to cricket legend Brian Lara, saying, “Yes, just like Lara. Didn’t you see it?”

As the match resumed, England’s openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett fell cheaply, leaving the visitors in a precarious position. Ollie Pope and Joe Root steadied the ship with an unbeaten 36-run stand, but England still face an uphill battle with 261 runs to chase on the final day.

Pakistan’s bowlers, led by Naseem Shah and Mohammad Ali, will be eager to exploit the conditions and secure a series-leveling victory. England, on the other hand, will need a monumental effort to pull off a historic chase and maintain their 1-0 series lead.

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Pakistan Eyes Historic Home Test Win as England Faces Tough Chase

Pakistan Eyes Historic Home Test Win as England Faces Tough Chase

By October 17, 2024 0

Pakistan’s Salman Agha has expressed his determination to secure a historic home Test victory against England in Multan, as the hosts seek to level the series. With England needing 261 runs to win and Pakistan requiring eight wickets, the match is poised for an exciting conclusion.

After suffering an innings defeat in the first Test, Pakistan made significant changes to their team, opting for a spin-heavy attack on a worn pitch. Agha praised the team’s response to the upheaval, highlighting the contributions of new players like Sajid Khan and Noman Ali.

England, meanwhile, face a daunting chase in challenging conditions. Assistant coach Paul Collingwood acknowledged the difficulty of the task but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to pull off an upset. He cited their remarkable victory in India last year as evidence of their resilience.

Pakistan’s recent home Test record has been dismal, with no wins in their last 11 matches. Agha emphasized the importance of ending this streak, stating that a victory in Multan would be a significant achievement.

The match is set to resume on the fourth day, with Pakistan aiming to secure the eight wickets they need to level the series. England, on the other hand, will need to produce a remarkable chase to secure a 2-0 lead.

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Vaughan Predicts Pakistan Collapse in Second Test

Vaughan Predicts Pakistan Collapse in Second Test

By October 17, 2024 0

Michael Vaughan, the former England captain, has predicted that Pakistan may face another collapse in the second Test against England at Multan, similar to their embarrassing defeat in the first Test. Vaughan’s comments came after Pakistan’s spinner Sajid Khan pegged back England on Day 2, reducing them to 239 for 6 despite opener Ben Duckett’s century.

Vaughan believes that if England takes a first-innings lead, it could lead to a similar finish as the first Test, where Pakistan collapsed in the second innings. However, Pakistan is currently 127 runs behind at stumps on Day 2 with four wickets in hand, leaving open the possibility of them taking a first-innings lead and building on it.

Vaughan’s comments follow his earlier criticism of Pakistan’s decision to drop Babar Azam from the Test squad, calling it a “stupid decision.” However, Babar’s replacement, Kamran Ghulam, proved Vaughan wrong by scoring a century on debut.

Former Pakistan batsman Basit Ali responded to Vaughan’s comments, saying that “Vaughan should be shown the picture of Kamran Ghulam.”

The second Test between Pakistan and England is poised for an exciting finish, with Pakistan needing to bat well in the second innings to avoid another collapse and level the series.

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Duckett Breaks Test Record, England Faces Collapse in Multan

Duckett Breaks Test Record, England Faces Collapse in Multan

By October 16, 2024 0

Ben Duckett Breaks Record, England Faces Collapse in Multan Test

England opener Ben Duckett has etched his name in cricketing history by becoming the fastest batter to reach 2,000 Test runs in terms of balls faced. On Day 2 of the second Test against Pakistan in Multan, Duckett’s brilliant knock of 114 off 129 balls propelled him to this remarkable milestone.

Duckett’s innings was a masterclass in batting, showcasing his exceptional technique and aggressive strokeplay. He surpassed the previous record held by New Zealand’s Tim Southee, who had reached the 2,000-run mark in 2,418 balls. Duckett achieved the feat in just 2,293 deliveries, leaving behind renowned batters like Adam Gilchrist, Virender Sehwag, and Rishabh Pant.

In reply to Pakistan’s first-innings total of 366, Duckett and Zak Crawley provided England with a solid start, adding 73 runs in just 12 overs. Duckett was particularly effective against spin, using sweeps and reverse sweeps to disrupt Pakistan’s bowlers. He brought up his fourth Test century with ease, showcasing his class and composure.

Duckett went on to stitch another important 52-run partnership with Ollie Pope, further consolidating England’s innings. However, his individual brilliance wasn’t enough to prevent a dramatic England collapse later in the day.

Pakistan’s off-spinner Sajid Khan engineered a stunning fightback, dismantling England’s middle order with a four-wicket haul. Sajid’s spell included key dismissals, such as Duckett, Joe Root, and Harry Brook. Duckett, who seemed untouchable, eventually nicked one to slip while attempting to drive a sharply turning delivery, leaving England vulnerable at 239/6 by stumps.

Duckett’s record-breaking knock will be remembered as a moment of brilliance in a challenging Test match. Despite England’s collapse, his innings has given them a glimmer of hope as they look to salvage the match and level the series.

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Harry Brook Soars to Second in ICC Test Batting Rankings, Root Achieves Career-High

Harry Brook Soars to Second in ICC Test Batting Rankings, Root Achieves Career-High

By October 16, 2024 0

Harry Brook’s remarkable ascent in Test cricket continues unabated, with the 25-year-old England batter now occupying the coveted second spot in the ICC Test batting rankings. Brook’s meteoric rise has been fueled by a jaw-dropping triple century against Pakistan in the first Test in Multan, propelling him eleven places up the ladder.

In the process, Brook has leapfrogged Indian batting legend Virat Kohli, who has slipped one spot to seventh in the latest rankings. Brook’s stunning performances have solidified his status as one of the most exciting batters in the Test arena. His triple hundred not only dismantled Pakistan’s bowling attack to give England a 1-0 lead in the ongoing series but also underlined his potential to become one of the modern greats.

Brook’s rise has been mirrored by his England teammate Joe Root, who has achieved a new career-high rating of 932 points, further cementing his legacy. Root’s remarkable innings of 262 in the first Test against Pakistan in Multan propelled him further ahead at the top of the ICC Test batting rankings. This new rating of 932 points surpasses his previous best of 923 and places him among an elite group of only 16 players in the history of Test cricket to achieve a rating above 932.

The all-time best Test batting rankings remain led by Don Bradman, whose 961 points remain unmatched. Others in the top tier include Steve Smith (947), Ricky Ponting (942), and Virat Kohli (937). With his new rating, Root now joins legends such as Mohammad Yousuf (933) and Kumar Sangakkara (938) in this exclusive club.

Brook and Root’s record-breaking 454-run partnership for the fourth wicket against Pakistan was pivotal in England’s emphatic victory, marking one of the most dominant displays in recent Test cricket. Their partnership showcased their exceptional batting skills and highlighted the depth of England’s batting lineup.

As England continues its tour of Pakistan, all eyes will be on Brook and Root to see if they can maintain their remarkable form. With their talent and determination, they have the potential to lead England to further success and cement their place among the all-time greats of the game.

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Joe Root Surpasses Cook's England Run Record, Eyes 16,000 Test Runs

Joe Root Surpasses Cook’s England Run Record, Eyes 16,000 Test Runs

By October 16, 2024 0

Joe Root, the 33-year-old Yorkshireman, has etched his name in the annals of English cricket history by surpassing Alastair Cook’s record tally of 12,472 runs during the first Test match against Pakistan. Root’s remarkable innings of 262 runs propelled him past Cook’s previous milestone, solidifying his status as one of the greatest batsmen of his generation.

Cook, who recently retired from international cricket, was inducted into the ICC’s Hall of Fame and hailed Root’s exceptional talent. According to Cook, Root is a “generational talent” who has the potential to become the first batter in history to amass 16,000 Test runs.

Currently, Root occupies the fifth position on the all-time list of run-scorers, trailing behind retired legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, who holds the top spot with 15,921 runs, followed by Ricky Ponting, Jacques Kallis, and Rahul Dravid. As Root continues to showcase his remarkable skills and consistency on the cricket field, the cricketing world eagerly anticipates his future achievements and the possibility of him etching his name in the record books as the most prolific run-scorer in Test cricket history.

“I think Joe Root could set a mark, certainly on the English side, which will be very hard to beat,” said Cook, who retired from Test cricket in 2018 with a century in his final innings. “But you just never know. I hope he can get very close, if not be the first person to score 16,000 Test runs. It would be a great achievement but it’s a fair way off yet.”

Cook also expressed his thoughts on the longevity of cricket records in the modern era. At 39 years old, he acknowledged the rapid evolution of the sport, particularly with the increasing popularity of limited-overs formats vying for space in the cricketing calendar alongside the traditional Test matches.

“Everyone looked to that Tendulkar record of 200 Test matches and I think quite a few people said, ‘Well, that’s never going to be done’.” “And you’ve got a fast bowler who has played 188 Test matches and taken more than 700 wickets (retired England quick James Anderson).” “So I know the game is changing, the landscape is changing. But something always crops up, someone always does.”

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Pakistan Extend Innings with Ninth-Wicket Stand in Multan

Pakistan Extend Innings with Ninth-Wicket Stand in Multan

By October 16, 2024 0

Pakistan’s first innings extended by 99 runs on the second morning in Multan, reaching 358 for 8 at lunch. England’s bowlers made early inroads, but a ninth-wicket stand of 49 between Aamer Jamal and Noman Ali thwarted their progress.

Carse struck early, dismissing Mohammad Rizwan for 41. Agha Salman countered with boundaries off Carse and Potts, but Potts eventually had him caught for 53. Jack Leach claimed Sajid Khan for 19, leaving Pakistan vulnerable at 309 for 8.

However, Jamal and Noman showed resilience, adding 49 runs for the ninth wicket. Jamal, despite hip discomfort, remained unbeaten on 37, while Noman played a range of deft sweeps and pulled Brydon Carse for four.

England’s bowlers, despite a productive start, were unable to break through the Jamal-Noman partnership. Pakistan’s innings was characterized by a mix of early wickets and late resistance, setting up an intriguing contest in the second session.

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Ashwin Ends Babar-Kohli Comparison, Calls Kohli's Credentials 'Something Else'

Ashwin Ends Babar-Kohli Comparison, Calls Kohli’s Credentials ‘Something Else’

By October 15, 2024 0

Pakistan’s Test captain Babar Azam’s omission from the second Test against England has sparked a debate about his form and comparisons with India’s Virat Kohli. Azam’s last half-century in the format came in December 2022, and his average in his last 17 Test innings is a meager 20.70.

On Ravichandran Ashwin’s YouTube channel, the former India spinner weighed in on the discussion. “Definitely, if he is given a chance, he will score runs. If there is class, that’s okay. I feel we should end this debate once and for all,” Ashwin said.

However, Ashwin drew a clear distinction between Azam and Kohli. “First of all, across the border, Babar Azam and Virat Kohli shouldn’t be mentioned in the same line,” he asserted. “I am very sorry, I really rate Babar Azam as an outstanding player, but Virat Kohli’s credentials are something else. Across terrains, across times, across pressure situations, the kind of heists he has done, no one has done that in world cricket.”

Ashwin’s comments highlight the immense respect he holds for Kohli’s achievements. Kohli has amassed over 25,000 international runs across all formats, including 71 centuries. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time.

Pakistan’s Test struggles have extended beyond Azam’s form. They have not won a Test at home since 2022, losing six out of ten matches and drawing four. In the first Test against England, they became the first team to lose a Test match by an innings after scoring over 500 runs in the first innings.

Ahead of the second Test, Pakistan made the surprising decision to drop Azam, along with pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah. Azam’s scores of 30 and five in the first Test were not enough to save his place in the team.

Pakistan will be desperate to end their winless streak in the second Test. However, they will face a formidable England side that is brimming with confidence after their dominant performance in the first match.

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Basit Ali Slams Pakistan Pitch Curator for “Benign” Surface in England Test

By October 15, 2024 0

Former Pakistani cricketer Basit Ali has launched a scathing attack on the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) pitch curator, Tony Hemming, blaming him for the team’s humiliating defeat in the first Test against England in Rawalpindi.

Ali, who played 19 Tests and 50 ODIs for Pakistan, took to his YouTube channel to express his frustration over the pitch, which he described as “benign” and “unfit for Test cricket.”

“We thought the ball would spin on the second day, but it didn’t happen even on the fifth day,” Ali said. “The curator is from Australia, and he has been a part of the ICC as well. But he doesn’t know how to prepare a pitch.”

Ali pointed to India as an example of how pitches should be prepared, saying that the Indian curators tailor the surfaces to suit their team’s strengths.

“Look at India,” Ali said. “The pitch is prepared the way they want to. They want to play spin, so they make the pitch spin. They want to play fast bowling, so they make the pitch fast.”

Ali’s criticism comes after Pakistan’s spinners failed to make an impact in the first Test. England’s Shoaib Bashir managed to take just one wicket across both innings, while experienced Jack Leach relied on his skills rather than the surface to prove his effectiveness.

Pakistan spinner Abrar Ahmed bowled 35 overs, spilt 174 runs at an economy of 4.97 and went wicketless before being treated in the hospital after being taken ill. Saim Ayub and Samlan Ali Agha tasted success, but it came at the cost of leaking runs heavily.

With Pakistan naming a spin-laden playing XI for the second Test in Multan, the pitch is expected to help out the spinners. However, Ali is skeptical, saying that he doesn’t expect the surface to be any different from the one in Rawalpindi.

“I don’t think the pitch in Multan will be any different,” Ali said. “It will be the same flat, lifeless pitch. We will have to rely on our batsmen to score runs and our bowlers to take wickets on their own.”

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Ben Stokes Returns for England in Second Pakistan Test

Ben Stokes Returns for England in Second Pakistan Test

By October 15, 2024 0

England captain Ben Stokes is set to make his long-awaited return to competitive cricket in the second Test against Pakistan in Multan, starting October 15. Stokes, who suffered a hamstring injury while playing in The Hundred, has been named in England’s playing XI for the second game at the Multan Cricket Stadium.

The 33-year-old all-rounder has been bowling and batting without any discomfort in the nets in the lead-up to the match. In his absence, Ollie Pope led England to a comprehensive victory in the series opener last week.

Pakistan, on the other hand, have made some significant changes to their team ahead of the second Test, dropping former captain Babar Azam and star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi. When asked about these changes, Stokes declined to comment, stating that it was an internal matter for Pakistan cricket.

Stokes missed the three-match home series against Sri Lanka and last week’s first Test, which England won by an innings. Durham seamer Matthew Potts also returns to the side for the first time since the Lord’s Test against Sri Lanka at the end of August. Seamers Gus Atkinson and Chris Woakes have been rested.

With England dropping two pacers, Stokes confirmed that he will be “playing as a third seamer” alongside Potts and Brydon Carse, who impressed on his debut in Multan.

Pakistan became the first team in Test cricket’s 147-year history to lose by an innings after posting a 550-plus total in their first innings. Under pressure to level the series, Pakistan have named three frontline spinners in their team.

They have made four changes, including bringing in batter Kamran Ghulam for his debut.

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