Dumb-founded in Dubai

It was 7 Ups all round for Pakistan in Dubai as Saeed Ajmal took 7/55 with his off spin against bemused England. The first test, played to an almost empty stadium started with a tumble of wickets 5/43 as only Matt Prior had the wits to stick around.

England First Innings 192 (72.3 ov)

Matt Prior 70*

Graeme Swann 34

Saeed Ajmal 7/55

Pakistan First innings 288/7


2 late wickets meant England ended the day in a less negative frame of mind but with the English press hinting at the doubts surrounding the validity of Ajmal's doosra delivery (bent arm and all that) and the DRS favouring certain styles of bowling, the contention between these two side isn't going to be allowed to go away - it sells papers and fuels Sky Sports News.

In Brisbane, Heat roasted Thunder by 91 runs in the latest Big Bash rubber. More evidence that if Gayle fails, Thunder fails.

Brisbane Heat 195/4

Daniel Christian 75*

Chris Lynn 37*

Peter Forrest 33

Sydney Thunder 104/6

Usman Khawaja 37

Matthew Day 29*

Chris Gayle out for golden duck!