Ramiz Raja laments loss of Pakistan’s fast-bowling ‘DNA’ in Tests

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja has expressed concern over the decline of fast-bowling in the country's Test cricket team. After losing the first Test to England by an innings and 103 runs, Raja questioned whether Pakistan's reliance on spin-friendly tracks at home has led to a one-dimensional team. The team's failure to generate pace on all surfaces has discouraged players from committing to playing Tests, as many prefer the T20 format for success.

Raja, who captained the team that won 2-1 against England in a five-Test series in 1992, believes the Pakistan side lacks the necessary fast-bowling ability to recover from bad starts. He emphasized that the loss of this crucial aspect of the team's game warrants serious consideration. The fans, too, seem disillusioned with the team's performance, given Pakistan's poor record in Test cricket over the past two decades.