Woolmer wants Shoaib to cut his run-up

Bob Woolmer, Pakistan's embattled coach, has pleaded with Shoaib Akhtar to cut down on his run-up. Shoaib currently runs in excess of 40 yards to get to the bowling crease, affecting his ability to bowl long spells.

Pakistan have also had problems completing their overs in time. Though a succession of coaches have appealed to Shoaib to consider a more moderate run-up, he has so far not agreed to any sort of compromise.

Shoaib was Pakistan's best player in a deplorable performance at the WACA, picking up six wickets - including five in the first innings. But his inability to bowl spells longer than five overs meant that Pakistan couldn't maintain the pressure after Australia had slumped to 5 for 78 in their first innings.