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"No more Bazball", Mohammad Rizwan mocks England after batting collapse in Rawalpindi

England was eventually bowled out for 267 in 68.3 overs

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During Day 1 of the third Test between Pakistan and England in Rawalpindi, England's famed "Bazball" approach faced a major setback as Pakistan's spin duo, Sajid Khan and Noman Ali, dismantled the visitors' batting lineup. 

The aggressive, fast-paced batting style that England had embraced under coach Brendon McCullum, dubbed "Bazball," met its match against Pakistan's skilled spinners. Wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan added to the moment with a cheeky taunt, "No more Bazball," after England's dramatic collapse.

England began the day on a positive note, winning the toss and choosing to bat. Openers Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley built a 54-run partnership, with Duckett scoring 52. However, Noman Ali struck first, dismissing Crawley for 29, which triggered a batting collapse. Sajid and Noman exploited the spin-friendly conditions, reducing England to 98/5 in a matter of overs.

England was eventually bowled out for 267 in 68.3 overs, with Sajid Khan claiming an impressive six wickets, Noman Ali taking three, and Zahid Mahmood chipping in with one.

Pakistan's response with the bat, however, was equally shaky. The hosts lost Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, and Kamran Ghulam early on, with the score still below 50.