‘Bowlers and pitch’ take fall as Shan Masood deflects blame after England’s tout

Skipper Shan Masood expressed disappointment over Pakistan’s inability to secure a win against England in the first Test in Multan. Despite a strong first-innings total of 550, Pakistan lost by an innings and 47 runs, marking their sixth consecutive Test defeat. Masood emphasized the importance of backing up a good score with wickets. He highlighted the need for the team to adapt and improve, acknowledging England’s ability to take 20 wickets. The captain expressed frustration over the team’s performance and the lack of results deserving of Pakistan cricket. Leach was instrumental in securing the final wickets for England, giving them a 1-0 series lead.