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England Double Down on Shoaib Bashir as No.1 Spinner Despite Dropping Long-term Spin Project for Adelaide Test
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England have reinforced Shoaib Bashir as their No.1 spinner despite omitting a long-term spin project from their team selection for the third Test in Adelaide.
This match selection approach was described by Patel as "horses-for-courses," reaffirming Bashir's role as the primary spinner under these conditions.
Australia led by 356 runs at the close of play on day three after Travis Head scored an unbeaten 142 and England were bowled out for 286 in their first innings.
Will Jacks had match figures of 3-212 from 39 overs during the game.
Ben Stokes was unable to bowl all day due to fatigue and injury concerns, with Patel stating he was knackered and did not bowl as a precaution.
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