The Pakistan cricket team had a rough time in Rawalpindi. The pitch didn’t help their fast bowlers like they thought it would, even though they played in their city. Azhar Mahmood, the assistant coach, said this after the game.
How Frustrated Fast Bowlers Are
The pitch didn’t appeal to Pakistan’s best fast bowler, Naseem Shah. He thought the ground would be better for fast spinners. He thought the pitch would be dry and yellow, but it was lush and green instead, making it hard for the fast bowlers to stand out.
Not What You Planned
The Pakistani managers wanted to play tough cricket. Their fast bowlers were crucial, and they even sent their only expert spinner to play in another game. Their plan, however, needed to be revised. The pitch couldn’t hold up as planned, which was meant to help fast bowlers. It was hard work for the bowlers; they had to throw 705 balls in the first game alone, which is the most for Pakistan in the last 22 years.
Bad timing and the weather
The time of the game was also necessary. Long-form cricket isn’t advised since it’s hot and humid in Pakistan in August. The pitch was good at first, but by the second day, it was flat, which ruined Pakistan’s plan. Because the start was pushed back, the sun dried out the field, making their plans even more difficult.
How Important It Is to Pre-empt in Test Cricket
Pakistan’s leader, Shan Masood, said their plans were only for the first practice. The match lasted only five days as planned. They lost because they didn’t see what was coming. Conditions change during Test cricket, and teams have to be ready to adjust. They didn’t plan for anything after the first session, so Pakistan’s approach didn’t work.
Benefits of Home Used up
Teams often make throws that play to their skills. India and Bangladesh set up spinning tracks, while England, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa set up fast, bouncy pitches. But Pakistan needed to make the most of the conditions at home. They have now gone nine games without winning at home.
How to do a reverse swing right
Reverse swing is an essential skill for fast bowlers, especially when the pitch is dry and hard. However, the green pitch in Pakistan prevented the ball from wearing out, making reverse swing impossible. The fast bowlers couldn’t do their job after the ball lost its shine.
A week of sadness
With this match, Pakistan cricket hopes to start over. It all ended in sadness, though. The team’s inability to change the circumstances to play to their strengths shows how badly things are going in Pakistan cricket.
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