Pakistan Takes Control in Test Series Against England

On day one of the Test series in Multan, Pakistan posted 328 for four, with Shan Masood scoring 151 and Abdullah Shafique contributing 102, marking a significant shift from England's dominant performance during their previous visit. The match is taking place in extreme heat, with temperatures exceeding 37 degrees Celsius, posing a challenge for England's pace attack, which lacks experience in such conditions. Coach Brendon McCullum emphasized the need for careful management of player fatigue, especially in the absence of bowling coach James Anderson, who is delayed due to a golf tournament. England's squad has seen significant changes since their 3-0 victory in 2022, with key players like Ben Stokes sidelined by injury. Meanwhile, Pakistan, under new leadership, aims to recover from recent defeats, adding competitive tension to the series. Both teams are eager to improve their standings in the ICC World Test Championship while adapting to the challenging climate.