Pakistan’s pitches have come under scrutiny in the last two Test series due to their lifelessness, paving the way for high-scoring games. It all started with England slamming 506-4 on the first day in Rawalpindi, with four of their batters scoring centuries. Since then, the curators have failed to produce proper sporting pitches.
Speaking on the Pitch Side show during the second Test between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi, Doull criticized the pitches stating that it has nothing for any kind of bowler. Doull observed that the deck rendering Mir Hamza toothless despite an excellent first-class record speaks volumes.
Doull said, as quoted by Cricket Pakistan:
Before the second Test in Karachi, Pakistan’s interim Chief of Selector Shahid Afridi promised to produce a lively pitch with more bounce. Nevertheless, the former captain insisted that he still remains dissatisfied with the track.
Second Test between Pakistan and New Zealand heading for a draw
After the first Test in Karachi ended in a draw, the second Test could also suffer the same fate after three days of play. The hosts ended Day 3 (Wednesday, January 4) at 407-9, headlined by Saud Shakeel’s unbeaten century but still trail by 42 runs.
England, who created history by winning the Test series in Pakistan 3-0 in December, forced a result in all three Tests despite placid pitches. It will be interesting to see if the Kiwis can do the same in the ongoing second Test.
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