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Mohammad Rizwan took a cheeky dig at Harry Brook during England’s batting innings as the visitors were pushed on the backfoot.
Pakistan’s wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan (L) successfully appeal for leg before wicket (LBW) against England’s Harry Brook (R). (Image: AFP)
The third and final Test between England and Pakistan is turning out to be a spicy affair as the two sides are caught in a tight contest with both sides keen to take the series-deciding win.
During the first innings of the Test where England were out batting, the wicketkeeper, Mohammad Rizwan was seen taking a dig at Harry Brook and the England side who were struggling to play their usual game in the turning pitch at Rawalpindi.
While Brook was batting, Rizwan made a cheeky comment from behind the stumps which was caught on the stump mic.
“No more Bazball,” said the wicketkeeper-batter from behind the stumps.
Pakistan’s spinners have certainly taken advantage of the turning tracks as the pair of Sajid Khan and Noman Ali continued their stellar form as they bundled out England for 267 runs. The former picked up six wickets to add to his tally and also become the pick of the Pakistan bowlers.
The hosts also managed to back up their bowling performance with the bat as well. Saud Shakeel scored 134 runs while Sajid also chipped in with a handy 48 runs as well to help Pakistan take the 77-run lead.
Now both Sajid and Noman would have to continue their stellar run of form with the ball and hope that England doesn’t get an insurmountable lead to help Pakistan claim their first Test series victory under Shan Masood’s captaincy.
England will also be put to the test as the cracks widen and the turn increases as the game goes on. With more turns on offer, the English batters will have a massive challenge in combating the spin while also ensuring that runs flow at a steady rate as well.
The visitors will hope that they can pile on some runs soon otherwise their chances of securing a win will be out the door.
- Location :
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
