Umpires draw criticism as England vs Pakistan play abandoned on day three
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:22 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Play was called off on day three of the second Test between England and Pakistan at Lord's due to 'bad light,' despite sunny conditions. Only 24.5 overs were bowled amid heavy showers earlier in the day, extending England's lead to 357 runs. The decision to end play prompted boos from the sparse crowd, with Nasser Hussain labeling it a 'joke' on Sky Sports. England will resume their innings at 177/7, looking to secure a 2-0 lead in the three-Test series, with better weather conditions forecasted for day four.
- •Only 24.5 overs played on day three in the second Test.
- •England leads by 357 runs, resuming at 177/7.
- •Play was abandoned due to 'bad light' at 6.30pm BST.
- •Nasser Hussain criticized umpires for the decision.
- •Spectators are eligible for a 50% refund due to incomplete overs.
- 8:22 AMYahoo Sports — ‘That’s a joke’: Nasser Hussain critical of umpires over England vs Pakistan decision
"Play was abandoned in sunny conditions late on day three, with a sparse remaining crowd booing
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