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The spin strategy has not in general worked out for Pakistan. Not only have they lost matches on placid wickets at home they have managed to keep their fast bowlers on the injured list continuously. People who argue that Pakistan should play on fast wickets because fast bowling is where their strength lies have a small point. The spin-convinced counter by pointing to Pakistan's weak batsmen. The real reason why Pakistan should try fast wickets is precisely because of the nature of the batting weakness. For most Pakistani batsmen the wicket is not the issue. Whether the wicket is placid or not they just do not possess the ability to occupy the crease for long periods of time. The best strategy is to play on very fast pitches, with uneven bounce, where the average scores are 250 or less in any case. Pakistan's series in South Africa should go some way in convincing the doubters.