Key Takeaway / Quick Answer
The seamers achieved 2.4 degrees of late reverse swing past the 55th over by preserving the rough side, creating 4 crucial lbw dismissals.
Match Quick Facts & Key Stats
88
Overs Bowled
2.4°
Reverse Swing
8
Wickets to Pace
2.6
Economy Rate
Seam Position and Pitch Friction
On a dry pitch showing abrasive wear across the good-length area, fast bowlers adjusted their seam orientation to exploit the rough surface. By delivering at 145+ km/h with a upright 15-degree seam tilt, late movement was generated consistently.
The Turning Point in the Afternoon Session
With humidity rising to 65%, the ball began tailing into the right-handers late into their stance, beating the inside edge three times in two overs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Late reverse swing paired with variable pitch bounce.
148.5 km/h recorded in the afternoon spell.
