Third and final Test match between Pakistan and England It will take place on Thursday, October 24 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. With the series tied at 1-1, this matchup will play a decisive role. After Pakistan’s 152-run victory in the previous Test, the hosts will go in with confidence aiming to clinch the series. On the other hand, England will try to make a strong comeback in the final match.
PAK vs ENG: Head-to-head record in Tests
Matches played: 91 | Pakistan won: 22 | England won: 30| draw: 39
Test Statistics and Records at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
- Total matches: 15
- Matches won in the first innings: 3
- Matches won by bowling first: 8
- Average scores of 1st hotels: 341
- Average 2nd Inns scores: 403
- Average 3rd Inns scores: 239
- Average 4th Inns marks: 168
- Recorded the highest total: 657/10 (101 overs) England vs Pakistan
- The lowest total was recorded: 139/10 (41 overs) West Indies vs Pakistan
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PAK vs ENG: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report
The Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium has a history of producing pitches that generally favor batting, offering favorable conditions for high scores. However, the exact nature of the pitch for the upcoming Test match will depend on several factors, including how it is prepared and the weather conditions in the days leading up to the match. While the trends show a batting surface, the true nature of the pitch will become more apparent as the match progresses.
PAK vs ENG: Rawalpindi Weather Forecast
The third Test between Pakistan and England at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will be played under hazy sunshine, making for an exciting contest in perfect conditions. Unlike matches that are often disrupted by weather, there is no rain in the forecast, ensuring uninterrupted play throughout the match. Temperatures up to 30°C and humidity at 52% make endurance a key factor. As the heat builds, bowlers may struggle to maintain their grip. A steady wind of around 14 km/h will provide some relief, but it can also affect the game, especially for those aiming for accuracy.
PAK vs ENG: 11th match for both teams
Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Shan Masood (c), Kamran GhulamSaud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Aga Salman, Aamer Jamal, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Zahid Mahmud
England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Gus Atkinson, Rehan Ahmed, Jack Leach, Shoaib Bashir