Rehan Ahmed Shines as England Stages Comeback on Challenging Pitch
Rehan Ahmed took three key wickets on a dry pitch, bolstering England's resurgence against Pakistan in the final Test. England maintains an 80-run lead after Jamie Smith's critical 89-run knock. The wicket conditions have significantly influenced the match with spinners dominating the play.
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England's cricket team staged a strong comeback in the final Test against Pakistan, thanks to Rehan Ahmed's exceptional performance on a dry, engineered wicket that had spinners taking center stage.
Ahmed claimed three crucial wickets, leaving Pakistan struggling at 180-7 by lunch on a pitch that has witnessed 17 wickets in just four sessions. Despite Pakistan's efforts, including Saud Shakeel's resilient innings, England maintained an advantage with an 80-run lead.
This gripping test match has seen the pitch conditions play a pivotal role, with actions such as ground staff using fans and heaters to manipulate the wicket's dryness, setting the scene for a spinner-dominated game.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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