Pakistan can still win third England Test: Mushtaq Ahmed

Pakistan spin bowling coach Mushtaq Ahmed believes that the visitors can still win the ongoing third Test against England in Southampton.

Zak Crawley struck his maiden Test century as England established a strong position on the opening day of their series finale against Pakistan at Southampton on Friday.

Crawley's commanding 171 not out was the centrepiece of England's 332-4 at stumps after captain Joe Root won the toss.

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Despite being under pressure, Mushtaq feels Pakistan can turn this around in this Test match.

“We need to try and bowl them out in the first session under 400. That leaves us with over three-and-a-half days and an opportunity to put up a big total ourselves. You never know what can happen in the fourth innings, and we have to believe in ourselves. They may have had a good day, but we'll come out fresh tomorrow,” ESPNcricinfo quoted Ahmed as saying.

"The ball is still new, and even if one of our bowlers stands up and makes a contribution, they have a long tail. The pitch is flat and the conditions are there to be exploited. England's bowlers will find it difficult, too, and we believe we can still win the Test," he added.

England, 1-0 up in a three-match contest, will win their first Test series against Pakistan in 10 years if they avoid defeat at the Ageas Bowl.