'Below average': ICC releases pitch rating for Rawalpindi stadium

The pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday received another demerit point as the International Cricket Council (ICC) gave a “below average” rating to the square prepared for the first Pakistan vs England Test, putting the venue at risk of losing its status for hosting international matches.

The "below average" rating was awarded by Andy Pycrof of ICC's elite panel of match referees in his findings on the Rawalpindi pitch.

The pitch at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday received another demerit point as the International Cricket Council (ICC) gave a “below average” rating to the square prepared for the first Pakistan vs England Test, putting the venue at risk of losing its status for hosting international matches.

The "below average" rating was awarded by Andy Pycrof of ICC's elite panel of match referees in his findings on the Rawalpindi pitch.