Jonny Bairstow insists England are still in with a chance of a comeback win in the first NatWest Test despite Pakistan’s 166-run lead at Lord’s. England’s wicketkeeper appeared to bristle at times when he was invited to account for the five catches dropped while Pakistan were racking up 300 runs on day two to close on 350 for eight. Jonny Bairstow is not writing off England´s chances (Jason O´Brien/PA)To bring that into the equation, England will have to bat much better at the second attempt. Asked if he thinks they may yet turn the match around, Bairstow said: “Absolutely, we’re still definitely in it. By no means are we out of this game.”As for England’s dropped catches, Bairstow said: “It’s not from (lack of) practice, that’s for sure.

Source: Daily Mail May 26, 2018 03:33 UTC