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‘That’s a joke’: Nasser Hussain critical of umpires over England vs Pakistan decision

2 outlets 2 reports Published Aug 30, 2026

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Play was abandoned in sunny conditions late on day three, with a sparse remaining crowd booingS1
Play at Lord’s was abandoned early despite the weather improving, leaving fans and former England captain Nasser Hussain frustrated. Hussain called the decision "a joke", while spectators complained after waiting through rain all day. England ended on 177-7, l...S2

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‘That’s a joke’: Nasser Hussain critical of umpires over England vs Pakistan decision

Play was abandoned in sunny conditions late on day three, with a sparse remaining crowd booing

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'That's a joke': Nasser Hussain slams umpires' decision to abandon England vs Pakistan Day 3 at Lord's

Play at Lord’s was abandoned early despite the weather improving, leaving fans and former England captain Nasser Hussain frustrated. Hussain called the decision "a joke", while spe…

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‘That’s a joke’: Nasser Hussain critical of umpires over England vs Pakistan decision

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2 outlets 2 reports Published Aug 30, 2026

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Play was abandoned in sunny conditions late on day three, with a sparse remaining crowd booingS1
Play at Lord’s was abandoned early despite the weather improving, leaving fans and former England captain Nasser Hussain frustrated. Hussain called the decision "a joke", while spectators complained after waiting through rain all day. England ended on 177-7, l...S2

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‘That’s a joke’: Nasser Hussain critical of umpires over England vs Pakistan decision

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'That's a joke': Nasser Hussain slams umpires' decision to abandon England vs Pakistan Day 3 at Lord's

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‘That’s a joke’: Nasser Hussain critical of umpires over England vs Pakistan decision

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