**The Spin | England Benefits from Durham's Commitment to Fast-Bowling Excellence** Durham's men’s team had a successful summer in Division One, and the excitement is building for the women’s team as well. Chester-le-Street and Multan may seem like an unlikely pair. One is nestled in the chilly, steady climate of north-east England, just 10 miles from the North Sea, while the other is located in southern Punjab, where the weather is hot and dry, currently reaching the high 30s, surrounded by lush mango farms. However, for the second Test against Pakistan, Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum made a bold decision in the face of these contrasting conditions. They opted for an all-Durham seam attack for the first time in the history of English cricket. Stokes was supported by Matthew Potts and Brydon Carse, while the spin department was bolstered by Somerset's Shoaib Bashir and Jack Leach. This highlights the growing influence of Durham's dedication to fast-bowling excellence, which is now being recognized on the international stage.