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Another Ben Duckett half-century helps England turn the screw against Pakistan

The tourists extended their lead to 168 runs after an excellent morning with the ball

The Independent UK · Dec 10, 2022

England criticised over "funky shots" but insist they're "happy" with first innings total

England's approach with the bat in the first innings of their second Test against Pakistan has been criticised by Waqar Younis, but opener Ben Duckett has insisted they are "pretty happy" with their total

Daily Mirror · Dec 9, 2022

Pakistan vs England: Abrar Ahmed claims incredible seven-wicket haul on debut to leave tourists in a spin

A phenomenal performance from Pakistan’s 24-year-old debutant spinner Abrar Ahmed dominated a day of Test cricket played at breakneck speed here today.

Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2022

Abrar Ahmed enjoys dream Pakistan debut as England continue positive approach

Abrar Ahmed was the star of the show for Pakistan, taking 7-114 as England were bowled out for 281 in their first innings before Babar Azam scored an unbeaten half-century in response

Daily Mirror · Dec 9, 2022

Abrar Ahmed has England in a spin with stunning debut haul

The Pakistan bowler claimed figures of seven for 114 in Multan as England were bowled out for 281.

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2022

Abrar Ahmed enjoys dream Pakistan debut with five-wicket haul to leave England reeling

Test matches are now played at 100mph. Runs and wickets were aplenty on the first morning in Multan, as England reached the break at 180-5. Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope each registered half-centuries, but the star of the show was Pakistan’s debutant Abrar Ahmed, who claimed all five wickets in…

Evening Standard · Dec 9, 2022

Abrar Ahmed makes stunning Test debut to leave England five down at lunch

The Pakistan spinner took all five wickets to fall, including Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope for half-centuries.

The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2022

Mark Wood returns as England make aggressive intent clear for second Pakistan Test

Ben Stokes is ready to double down on his team’s new-age approach to Test cricket — and that aggressive attitude was reflected in the team selection for tomorrow’s Second Test against Pakistan.

Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2022

Relaxed England thriving with the shackles off in enthralling Pakistan Test

There were few things as heartbreaking growing up than a last-minute defeat in the playground. Tears would be shed and a blow-by-blow account conducted at home to Mum and Dad over the dinner table about the injustice that had occurred at lunch.

Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2022

Pakistan chief hails 'breathtaking' England batting and admits "I wasn't expecting this"

England were outstanding with the bat as they scored 657 in their first innings against Pakistan in Rawalpindi, with Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope and Harry Brook scoring brilliant hundreds

Daily Mirror · Dec 2, 2022