Good news for Pakistan

Twice in a row now, Pakistan's second team of bowlers has run through the English batting lineup. This time the culprit was Mohammed Asif who took 7-62 against the English lineup. However, just to put the wicket in perspective, right after the English lineup was dismissed for 126, was that the Pakistan A squad, who if you think about it, has had more exposure to this pitch, were also reeling at 127-7.

On another note, Sami has been declared fit to play in the first test. Only time will tell how long his groin will hold up.