Pakistan 523-8 dec; England 280-3Alastair Cook finishes unbeaten on 168 2.53pm BSTAnd here’s Mike Selvey’s report of the day’s action. Related: Alastair Cook masterclass helps England give Pakistan taste of own medicine 2.42pm BSTThose two late wickets for Wahab beget given this match a vestige of drama. Don’t believe it for a moment: they are a mere mirage and this match is deader than Robin Thicke’s chances with Paula Patton. England’s best batsman has arrived at the crease,joining his captain who is unbeaten on 168.
Cook is the man of the day having put in a monumental effort out there in the heat. He’ll be looking to construct that a double hundred in the morning and after that, who knows? As long as his concentration stays there is very little in this pitch to worry him.
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Source: theguardian.com