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England in sight of semi-finals but face another trial by spin against Pakistan
- England must overcome Pakistan in Pallekele to keep semi-final hopes alive, with spin again shaping the contest as in the wider tournament context.
- Pakistan rely heavily on spin, having used spinners for the vast majority of their deliveries this World Cup, a trend England must counter.
- Harry Brook has fallen to spin in four of his five innings, underscoring England’s vulnerability to turning deliveries ahead of a pivotal clash.
- Jacob Bethell has been dismissed only by spinners across most of England’s matches, highlighting the particular spin threat England must navigate.
- Harry Brook remains optimistic, insisting England are close to a 'perfect game' after a Sri Lanka win, a mindset England will lean on against Pakistan.
- England will weigh pace versus spin for their selection, with the seamers possibly held back if the ball turns, shaping the final XI for the innings.
- Sahibzada Farhan tops Pakistan’s scoring in the tournament with 220 runs, but all his runs came against the weaker first-round group sides.
- Pakistan believe their spin show can trouble England, with captain Babar Azam signaling that both teams have plans to counter the other’s attack.
- The match shapes as a potential semis-decider, with England needing a strong showing to remain on track for the semi-finals as the World Cup moves toward its business end.
- Pakistan’s attack, featuring a spin-heavy contingent, makes this a tactical test for England as they navigate a surface aiding slower bowlers.
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