Pakistan would have gone to beat England in the test series, if there was a fifth test on offer, these were the views expressed by Pakistan test captain Misbah ul Haq, regarded as Pakistan most successful test skipper.
“In hindsight, a fifth Test would have been wonderful for the series,” wrote Misbah for cricket.com.au. “I even jokingly suggested to Alastair Cook that we play a decider, to which he said, ‘You must be wanting it at Lord’s or The Oval?’, and my response was, ‘No, we can beat you at Old Trafford and Edgbaston, too”
Pakistan claimed the top spot at ICC Test ranking for the first time after leveling the four match test series in its on-going tour against England. The last test match was played at Oval, and was won by Pakistan.
The skipper shared some insights into how Pakistan coped and made history after suffering two consecutive test defeats.
“I told them August 14 was approaching and if we could win this match on the country’s Independence Day it would be a huge gift for the people of Pakistan, The possibility of becoming the number one team for the first time also added to our energy” he said.
Misbah further highlighted his journey as captain, saying that the aim was to make team Pakistan No.1 which did turn out true.
“It is an unbelievable feeling to know that in six years we have reached the summit; a feeling of immense pleasure and satisfaction. The fighting spirit showed by this unit is unprecedented. In the past there have been instances when we have succumbed under pressure after heavy defeats but we have changed this trend now. The recent England series is a prime example” he added.
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