SPIN DOCTOR

Stokes up for challenge as Pakistan use fans and rakes to help slow bowlers in desperate bid to win decider

BEN STOKES has brushed off Pakistan's use of rakes to help prepare the pitch for the decisive Third Test.

The hosts are eager to produce another turning wicket after spinning their way to success over England to level the series.

Patio-style heaters, windbreaks and industrial fans have been used to bake the surface in a brazen attempt to replicate the turning conditions in Multan last week.

England had their first look at the track yesterday and were surprised to find uneven ridges at both ends on a good length. But Stokes appeared relaxed about Pakistan's use of home advantage. England responded by recalling Rehan Ahmed (circle) as part of a three-pronged spin attack.