WATCH: Sajid Khan cleans up Harry Brook on Day 1 of the Rawalpindi Test

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The much-anticipated third Test between Pakistan and England commenced in Rawalpindi with both teams eager to claim victory in a series tied at 1-1. England, having won the toss, opted to bat first, aiming to set a formidable total. However, it was Pakistan’s Sajid Khan who quickly made headlines with a stunning delivery that dismissed Harry Brook behind the legs, marking a significant moment on Day 1.

Sajid Khan shatters Harry Brook’s stumps

In a pivotal over, Sajid showcased his exceptional spin bowling skills. After two forward defensives and two attempted sweeps, Brook misjudged the line of Sajid’s delivery. As he moved across his stumps, the ball spun sharply, crashing into the leg stump and leaving Brook bewildered. This dismissal not only highlighted Sajid’s talent but also reflected Brook’s struggles in Pakistan, where his batting average now dipped into “mere Bradman territory”—a stark reminder of the challenges posed by subcontinental conditions.

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Sajid’s 6-fer destroys England

Despite a solid start with openers Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett contributing to a 50-run partnership, England soon found themselves in trouble. After reaching 110 runs at lunch, they suffered a dramatic collapse, losing five wickets for just 37 runs. The combination of Sajid’s spin and Pakistan’s relentless bowling attack proved too much for England’s middle order. The dismissal of key players like Ben Stokes and Ollie Pope added to their woes, leaving them at 110/5 by the end of the session.

Eventually, England were bundled out for 267, with Jamie Smith playing a crucial knock of 89 runs down the order. Sajid ended up taking 6 wickets while Noman Ali bagged one and it was enough to explain the narrative that England does struggle against spin. The opening day ended with the hosts losing 3 wickets for 73, trailing England by 194 runs.

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