- Muhammad Abbas took early wickets on day four, including Dan Lawrence for 54, and completed a five-wicket haul by dismissing Ollie Robinson.
- England have a commanding position with a second-innings lead of 357 runs, and the match is expected to conclude today, particularly as Imam-ul-Haq will not bat due to a calf tear.
- Day three was heavily affected by rain, with play starting late and eventually being abandoned for bad light, which drew boos and criticism from Nasser Hussain.
- Despite the weather disruptions, England, led by Dan Lawrence, managed to add nearly 100 runs to their lead, reaching a second-innings advantage of 357 runs.
Muhammad Abbas achieved a remarkable five-wicket haul at Lord's, finishing with figures of 5-54. His performance was pivotal as England extended their lead to 357 runs in the second innings. Abbas's wickets included key players like Dan Lawrence, who scored 54 before being dismissed by a perfect delivery.124
The match is poised to conclude today, especially with Pakistan's Imam-ul-Haq sidelined due to a calf injury. Abbas's achievement marks his first five-wicket haul at Lord's, celebrated by teammates and fans alike. “He’s absolutely delighted,” said commentator Daniel Norcross, highlighting the joy shared among the Pakistani team despite their challenging position in the match.
Day three was marred by weather disruptions, with play starting late and being interrupted by rain. However, England managed to add nearly 100 runs to their lead, setting a daunting target for Pakistan. The conditions have been tough for batting, as noted by analysts, with Abbas's bowling proving particularly effective on the tricky Lord's pitch.3
As the match progresses, England's strategy appears focused on quick runs to set up their bowlers for a final push against a faltering Pakistani batting lineup. With Abbas in form, the conclusion of this Test match seems imminent, potentially wrapping up the series today.
“Abbas's figures of 5-54 in the second innings give him a chance for 10 in the match, having taken four in England's first innings. Dan Lawrence's 54 came amid his excellent form, averaging 60.7 in first-class cricket this year with five hundreds.”
The Times
