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Joe Root dismissed LBW by Mohammad Abbas at Lord's against Pakistan

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Joe Root dismissed LBW by Mohammad Abbas at Lord's against Pakistan

Summary

England captain Joe Root was dismissed LBW by Mohammad Abbas during the Test match at Lord's on August 27, 2026. This dismissal continued a concerning trend for Root, who has struggled against medium pace when wicketkeepers position themselves up to the stumps. Analysts highlight that Root averages just 10.8 against bowlers under 83 mph with the keeper standing up, compared to 39 when the keeper is back. This pattern could influence opposing teams’ tactics in future matches, particularly for Australia's upcoming tour of England next summer.

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By the Numbers

•Joe Root trapped LBW by Mohammad Abbas at Lord's on August 27, 2026.
•Root's average drops to 10.8 against medium pace with keeper up.
•Four of Root's six dismissals in recent matches have been LBW against seamers with wicketkeeper up.
•Opposing teams may target Root's weakness in future encounters.
•Australia may adjust their strategy for next summer's tour based on this pattern.

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6:56 PMYahoo Sports — Joe Root's weakness exposed? Lord's dismissal vs Pakistan highlights a concerning pattern against gentle medium pace

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Joe Root's dismissal at Lord's: Explore the tactical breakdown of why Mohammad Abbas and gentle medium pace continue to trouble the England captain with the moving red ball.
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