Lotus365 Match Prediction: Pakistan's Bowling Falters as England Seizes Control

Pakistan's bowlers toil on a flat pitch as England continues to dominate with their aggressive Bazball strategy in the latest Test match.

Pakistan’s bowlers faced yet another tough challenge on a flat, lifeless pitch on day three, with Shan Masood trying various tactics to break through England's dominant batting. Despite Pakistan posting a strong first-innings total, their bowling attack was sidelined as England maintained control, continuing their impressive Bazball strategy with ease.

The warning signs for Pakistan were evident during the 96 runs England scored on the second evening, hinting at a difficult task ahead. Under the leadership of Stokes and McCullum, England has never lost a Test after conceding over 500 runs in the first innings, a testament to their relentless batting prowess. This Test was no different, as Pakistan’s attempts to halt the runs failed to trouble England, who comfortably rotated strike and minimized risks.

Even with injuries hampering England’s bowling lineup, they still fielded a formidable five-man attack. In contrast, Pakistan’s bowlers, despite a full-strength lineup, struggled to find breakthroughs. England’s fast-scoring approach exposed Pakistan’s bowlers and highlighted the ongoing issue Pakistan faces since they started altering home pitches in 2022.

Before Australia’s tour, Pakistan’s bowlers averaged 25.77 per wicket, but since then, they have averaged 49.41, needing 79 balls per dismissal. Shan Masood’s field placements, with close-in fielders trying to choke the batsmen, proved ineffective against England's counterattacking play. Zak Crawley and Joe Root kept the scoreboard ticking with boundaries and singles, leaving Pakistan frustrated.

Aamir Jamal provided a moment of success by removing Ben Duckett with reverse swing, but his eagerness led to errors, allowing Harry Brook to capitalize. Despite some reverse swing that caused problems for England's batsmen, Pakistan's bowlers couldn’t maintain consistent pressure.

Head coach Jason Gillespie noted England’s aggressive batting approach, but also pointed out their defensive bowling mindset, which Pakistan couldn’t match. England’s ability to rotate strike and find gaps in the field ensured they stayed in control, even as Pakistan tried to limit boundaries. Naseem Shah’s spell of reverse swing before Tea offered brief hope, but it wasn’t enough to turn the match around.

Pakistan’s struggles to take 20 wickets, a fundamental requirement in Test matches, have become a familiar problem, leaving them vulnerable against top-tier teams. Unless their bowlers find consistency, the outlook remains bleak for a different result in the future.

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