The #EngvPak series decider is scheduled to commence later this week. Here are three reasons why Pakistan should consider making one change in their playing eleven by replacing leg-spinner Zahid Mahmood with a pacer for the final game of the three-match series.
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Because #EngvPak Series Decider Is In Rawalpindi
Tracks in Pakistan are generally a batter’s paradise. The curators reused the pitch from the first Test in Multan to ensure that the ball offered some assistance to the spinners. Therefore, if the curators get it wrong in Rawalpindi, Pakistan will need an additional pacer to add variety to the bowling attack. On the other hand, if the curators get it right, Pakistan will still need an additional pacer to make use of reverse swing effectively.
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Third Spinner Wasn’t Really Required In Multan
Sajid Khan and Noman Ali were enough to do the job for the men in green during the previous encounter. Zahid Mahmood played the game, but his services were required for only six overs. Pakistan also has reliable part-time spinners to handle any unforeseen situations, so it makes sense to add another pacer to the lineup.
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