RAKING BAD

Ben faces gardeners' question time

- RORY DOLLARD

STOKES believes BEN Pakistan have been raking the pitch to assist their spinners when tomorrow's crunch third Test begins.

Patio-style heaters, wind breaks and industrial fans have also been used in recent days to bake the surface.

The intention is to replicate the turning conditions that helped Pakistan square the series on a reused wicket in Multan last week.

England had their first look at the track yesterday morning and were surprised to find uneven ridges at both ends, positioned on a good length.