England had solely ever had two wins within the historical past of Test matches in Pakistan however the Poms have pulled off a second straight win in successive video games.
England have wrapped up the three match collection with a match to play, but it surely wasn’t with out some luck.
England had gained a collection earlier than again within the yr 2000, when the nation claimed a win within the third Test after two attracts.
But aside from that, it’s been lean pickings in Pakistan for the group, with the one different win coming again in 1961.
Former England captain Nasser Hussain mentioned England’s achievement was “unbelievable”.
“A brilliant Test match and a brilliant Test match series, he said. “Ten days now and it has been fascinating watching every single ball of it.
“In the history of the game, England have won two Test matches in Pakistan and in a fortnight, they could win two Test matches back-to-back so it could be historic.”
But England shall be counting their fortunate stars after a controversial name value the wicket of Saud Shakeel for 94.
Shakeel had a 80-run stand with Mahammad Nawaz however Shakeel needed to take the facet house.
However, straight after Nawaz was dismissed caught behind, Shakeel adopted swimsuit when he was cramped down the legside.
But cricket followers have been satisfied the ball touched the bottom as Pope tried to snag the catch.
Former England skipper Michael Atherton mentioned in commentary: “In the third umpire’s view, he thinks Pope got his gloves underneath the ball. I think you could argue otherwise.”
Ex-England fast Steve Finn added the house facet have been unfortunate.
“We could have this debate forever, but Ollie Pope to me doesn’t look convinced when he looks up to celebrate,” Finn instructed Sky Sports Cricket.
“For me, you can just see the taped-up finger come out the back of the ball there slightly, which suggests it may have touched the ground. But I also think you have to respect the on-field umpire’s decision.”
It was undesirable historical past for Pakistan as nicely, having misplaced a 3rd straight recreation in Pakistan for the primary time since 1959.
After Shakeel’s dismissal, the tail wagged considerably however England claimed the 26-run win.
Pakistan, who resumed the fourth day on 198-4, regarded set for victory at one level however quick bowler Mark Wood led England’s fightback by eradicating Mohammad Nawaz for 45 and Saud Shakeel for 94.
Ollie Robinson dismissed the final batter, Mohammad Ali, for nought some 50 minutes after lunch to spark celebrations among the many England gamers.
Wood completed with 4-65.
England, on their first Test tour of Pakistan for 17 years, gained the primary Test by 74 runs in Rawalpindi.
The third and ultimate Test begins in Karachi on Saturday.
— with AFP
Originally printed as ‘That is not out’: England make historical past in Pakistan amid controversy
