8legs: Pakistan cricket team

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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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