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Pakistan fined, docked 11 points in Edgbaston Test for slow over rate

Pakistan fined, docked 11 points in Edgbaston Test for slow over rate

Summary

Pakistan was fined and lost 11 points in the World Test Championship for bowling too slowly during a cricket match against England. England won the match and the series, while Pakistan remains at the bottom of the championship standings.

Key Facts

  • Pakistan was docked 11 points in the World Test Championship for a slow over rate in the Edgbaston Test.
  • Pakistani players lost half of their match fees as an additional penalty.
  • England won the match by eight wickets and swept the series 3-0.
  • Pakistan was 11 overs behind the required over rate target.
  • The ICC imposed the penalties after reports from umpires and match referees.
  • Pakistan sits at the bottom of the championship table with 5 points from 9 matches.
  • Pakistan has lost 16 of their last 21 Test games and recently replaced their head coach and assistant coach.
  • Pakistan's next matches are a two-Test home series against Sri Lanka in November.
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