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England set Pakistan 343 to win after Joe Root and Harry Brook masterclass

A chaotic afternoon session unfolded in Rawalpindi as England put their foot down with the bat declared on 264-7, setting Pakistan a total of 343 to win.

Evening Standard

Pakistan need 343 runs to win first Test after England declaration

The tourists scored quick runs on day four at Rawalpindi

The Independent UK

Joe Root called "freak" as he bats left-handed as "using his right is too easy for him"

Former England captain Nasser Hussain joked on commentary that batting right-handed had become "too easy" for Joe Root after he faced a delivery from Pakistan spinner Zahid Mahmood batting as a left-hander

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Pakistan vs England: Will Jacks picks up six-wicket haul on Test debut

Will Jacks claimed the final three Pakistan wickets to finish with debut figures of 6-161 as the home side were bowled out for 579.

Evening Standard

ISIS Claims Responsibility for Attack on Pakistani Embassy in Kabul

ISIS claimed responsibility for an attack on Pakistan's embassy in the Afghan capital Kabul on Friday, via a statement carried by one of the extremist group's affiliated channels on Telegram on Sunday. The embassy came under attack on Friday and a Pakistani security guard was wounded by gunfire in what…

Asharq Al-Awsat

England debutant Will Jacks claims maiden Test five-for against Pakistan

England picked up where they left off the night before, picking up the remaining three wickets in the first hour-and-half of play

The Independent UK

Pakistan v England: first Test, day four – as it happened

Pakistan have lost two wickets in their final innings chase after England set a target of 343

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Islamic State claims responsibility for attack on Pakistani embassy in Kabul

Islamic State claimed responsibility for an attack on Pakistan's embassy in the Afghan capital Kabul on Friday, a statement carried by one of the militant group's affiliated channels on Telegram said on Sunday.

Reuters

First heat, then floods wipe out farms in Pakistan’s chilli capital

In a country heavily dependent on agriculture, the more extreme climate conditions are hitting rural economies hard

The Independent UK

Pakistani army chief vows to defend ‘motherland’ on Kashmir visit

Asim Munir says army will ‘take the fight back to the enemy’ as he visits Line of Control, de facto border with India.

Al Jazeera

Ambush claimed by Pakistani Taliban kills three police officers in northern Pakistan

The Pakistani Taliban on Saturday claimed responsibility for a gun ambush that killed three police officers in northern Pakistan, the second attack claimed by the group just days after it announced an end to a ceasefire with the government.

Reuters

Pakistan's new army chief says will defend "motherland" during visit to disputed Kashmir

Pakistan's new army chief on Saturday said the military was ready to defend "every inch of our motherland" if attacked, during a visit to the Line of Control (LoC) that divides the disputed Kashmir region, which is claimed by both Pakistan and neighbouring India.

Reuters

Will Jacks has "really big" England future as "stark" Jack Leach difference highlighted

All-rounder Will Jacks was handed a late Test debut after Ben Foakes was laid low with an illness and he has impressed for England, picking up three important wickets against Pakistan

Daily Mirror

Will Jacks stresses the need to be ‘flexible’ as England finish strongly against Pakistan

For all the crash, bang, wallop that has become so synonymous with this England team, it was the turn of the brains of ‘Bazball’ to show-off rather than the brawn.

Evening Standard

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How a Lane Tech junior is helping grow baseball in Pakistan

Amaan Khan, a 16-year-old right-hander, pitched for the Pakistan national team during its two-game stay in a qualifying tournament for the 2023 World Baseball Classic.

Daily Mirror

5 talking points as England make late fightback after Babar Azam's brilliant hundred

England toiled hard on day three of the first Test against Pakistan in Rawalpindi and got some just rewards as they picked up seven wickets on a lifeless pitch to remain in with a chance of winning

Daily Mirror

Joe Root leaves England fans in hysterics by using Jack Leach's bald head to shine ball

Joe Root shined the ball on Jack Leach's bald head on day three of the first between England and Pakistan, with David Gower calling the move "absolutely ingenious"

The Guardian - UK

Will Jacks keeps Pakistan in check as England dig deep in search of lead

Pakistan closed day three of the first Test on 499-7, still 158 behind, despite centuries for Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam

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Evening Standard

England strike late to take control of Pakistan test but work still to be done

A late flurry of wickets meant that England finished day three of the first Test slightly ahead with Pakistan still 158 runs behind and seven wickets down.

The Independent UK

England rewarded for perseverance as late Pakistan wickets offer hope of victory

The hosts slid to 499 for seven at the end of day three in Rawalpindi, with England leading by 158 runs

The Times of India

Watch: Joe Root's unique way of shining the ball leaves commentators in splits

NEW DELHI: The ongoing Pakistan vs England first Test in Rawalpindi has seen over 1100 runs being scored in the first three days. The flat wicket at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has drawn criticism from all quarters as it has offered an imbalanced contest between bat and ball.

Daily Mirror

England take late wickets to keep victory hopes alive after Babar Azam's superb century

Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq and Babar Azam all scored centuries for Pakistan, but England remain 158 runs in front heading into day four as Ben Stokes' men attempt to push for an unlikely victory

The Independent UK

England bowlers toil as Babar Azam’s century helps Pakistan past 400

Pakistan captain Babar played an elegant innings to become the seventh centurion of the Test

Evening Standard

Babar Azam hits century as Pakistan on demoralising afternoon for England

Normal service was resumed in Rawalpindi after a morning session that had hinted at a bowlers revival was followed up by a wicketless session and a Babar Azam century for Pakistan.

Evening Standard

Will Jacks helps England make a breakthrough after Pakistan dominance

If you needed any suggestion as to the lengths England would go in search of wickets on a bland Rawalpindi pitch on day three, you only needed to wait one ball to find out. With the ball in offspinner Joe Root’s hands, he ran up and bowled a bouncer.

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