What's happened
On October 16, 2024, Ben Duckett scored 114 runs for England in Multan, but a rapid collapse left the team struggling at 239 for six, chasing Pakistan's 366. Sajid Khan's four wickets turned the match in Pakistan's favor, raising concerns about the deteriorating pitch conditions.
Why it matters
What the papers say
Rory Dollard from The Independent reported on Duckett's impressive century but highlighted the rapid loss of wickets that left England in a precarious position. He noted that Sajid Khan's performance was pivotal, stating, 'the tourists tumbled to 239 for six at the close.' The Guardian echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the impact of the reused pitch, which 'was well into its seventh consecutive day of Test cricket.' Both sources agree on the challenges posed by the pitch and the implications for England's batting strategy moving forward.
How we got here
England faced Pakistan in a Test match in Multan, where the pitch had been reused from a previous game. Pre-match predictions indicated that the pitch would deteriorate, affecting play as the match progressed.
Common question
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What Caused England's Collapse in the Recent Test Match Against Pakistan?
On October 16, 2024, England's cricket team faced a challenging situation during their Test match against Pakistan in Multan. Despite Ben Duckett's impressive century, the team struggled with a rapid collapse, raising questions about the factors contributing to their performance. This page explores the key issues surrounding England's batting struggles and the implications for their future matches.
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