The third Test between England and Pakistan that begins on Friday at the Ageas Bowl will feature revised playing timings to accommodate for poor weather conditions, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) said on Thursday. The decision comes after just 134.3 overs were possible across five days of the second Test at the Ageas Bowl due to rain and bad light. “Following positive discussions with the ECB, the International Cricket Council (ICC) and various stakeholders... the ECB and the ICC have agreed to revised start times ahead of the third test,” the ECB said in a statement. The morning session would last two and a half hours if the start times are adjusted, while a total of 98 overs will be scheduled for the day. England won the first Test by three wickets before the second match ended in a draw.

Source: The Hindu August 20, 2020 10:18 UTC