Stubborn Smith to England's rescue!
Manchester Evening News|October 25, 2024
JAMIE Smith felt his six-hitting exploits helped 'change the momentum' after a stuttering start in England's series decider against Pakistan.
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Stubborn Smith to England's rescue!

The tourists were at risk of throwing the game away on day one in Rawalpindi, slipping to 118 for six after choosing to bat first, but Smith's counterattacking flurry put them back on an even keel.

On a spicy turning surface that saw spinners take 12 of the 13 wickets to fall, Smith found a way to return fire as he made a dashing 89.

The wicketkeeper rained down six sixes and five fours as he launched a crucial counterattack in the afternoon session, lifting England to 267 before Pakistan managed 73 for three in response.

He admitted England were surprised by how much assistance there was from a pitch in the first innings of this third Test but enjoyed the challenge of putting pressure back on the bowlers.

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