I don’t know what to say. Even by Pakistan’s standards, that was quite astonishing. England look shocked as they leave the field. They didn’t play well but even their A-game might not have been enough. Pakistan did what only Pakistan can do, summoning an irresistible force with the ball before batting - the loose cannon Fakhar excepted - with an almost contrary calmness.
It’s a sad day to be an England fan. It’s a beautiful day to be a cricket fan. Whether it’s mid-innings or mid-tournament, there’s nothing in sport quite as exhilarating as a Pakistan surge. They are on one now, and will take some beating in the final. Or they’ll lose by 200 runs. Thanks for your company. Commiserations to England. Zindabad Pakistan!
