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Hussey, Guha lift the lid on Pakistan's Aussie struggles

Pakistan lost the first Test of the ongoing three-match series in Perth by 360 runs

Hussey, Guha lift the lid on Pakistan's Aussie struggles PHOTO: Fox Cricket/BBC Sport

Former English cricketer Isa Guha suggests that Pakistan's initial challenges on the Australia tour can be attributed to their limited Test cricket exposure this year.

Pakistan lost the first Test of the ongoing three-match series in Perth by 360 runs.

With only three Test matches played before arriving in Australia, Pakistan is among the teams with the least Test match experience in 2023.

Guha emphasizes that the disparity in the number of matches played compared to teams like Australia and England may affect Pakistan's performance.

“It is hard to be harsh on Pakistan, at times, because they have only played three Test matches this year (before arriving in Australia),” Guha told Fox Cricket.

“When you are not playing the levels of cricket that Australia and England are, of course you are not going to be at the same level. I think that is something that needs looking at,” she added.

Similarly, Mike Hussey believes that the lack of exposure to the highest level of cricket is a significant factor in Pakistan's struggles during the series. According to Hussey, regular participation in Test cricket is crucial for players to enhance their skills and competitiveness.

“I think it has to be a factor,” Hussey told foxsports.com.au

“The more you play a particular format, the better you’re going to be. Players being exposed to more Test cricket, that can only help them,” he added.