Re: Pakistan will start favourites against English: Akram
ODI's can go eitherway, it's that sort of game. But the real battles will be in the test arena. I don't expect bowling performances similar to the Ashes from England, as the conditions will be very different. Pakistan should utilize England's weakness against spin, Kaneria and Afridi should be ready for long spells.
They say only bowlers can win test matches but I think it's safe to say that it will be Pakistan's batting that will really decide Pakistan's fate. They can't afford those all too familiar and frequent "collapses" against this England side. Hopefully, they can take advantage of the familiar conditions and consistently post score of 400+.