**Late Pakistan Wickets Keep England in the Hunt After Jamie Smith Leads Fightback** In a day filled with unpredictability, the opening of the third Test saw a staggering 13 wickets fall, showcasing a chaotic yet thrilling display of cricket. The pitch, which had been baked in the buildup to the match, produced a surprising number of dismissals, leaving players and spectators alike in a state of bewilderment. England, batting first, managed to post a total of 267 runs, largely thanks to the efforts of Ben Duckett and Jamie Smith. Duckett scored a solid 52 runs before being dismissed by a delivery that kept unusually low. However, it was Smith who truly shone, crafting a vital innings of 89 runs that proved crucial for his team's total. This innings marked a historic moment, as it was the longest recorded innings in which only spin bowlers were utilized. In response, Pakistan struggled against the English bowlers, ending the day at 73 for 3. Despite four of their batters reaching the teens, none were able to convert their starts into significant scores, leaving the team in a precarious position as they headed into the second day of the Test.