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There are few things so certain in life as death, taxes and Misbah-ul-Haq facing questions about his future before the final match of a Pakistan Test series. While it is hardly unusual for an international captain to be grilled about their motivation to continue - even Alastair Cook, 11 years younger than his counterpart, was asked similar questions in his press conference - at 42, Misbah knows there are many more Tests behind him than there are ahead.And no matter the result of the match at The Oval, the topic will almost certainly be broached once more at its conclusion; such is the reality of professional cricket life after 40.Misbahs captaincy of Pakistan is arguably one of the most impressive in the history of the game: that he has rebuilt a team in tatters after it was almost ruined by scandal, led them to become one of the worlds best sides despite never playing at home and helped them regain the respect of the international cricket community ensures his legacy will be monumental whenever he does decide to call time on his career.While winning the Investec Test series is now impossible, levelling the scoreline would still be an impressive feather in Misbahs already distinguished cap given the current status quo, in which the disadvantages of playing away from home are so difficult to overcome.Yes, of course, it is a crucial Test for us, Misbah said. A win will square the series and it will be really good for morale, also for the team, and it is very important for me also.Obviously they have the momentum in their own conditions, they are confident but we believe we can come back from any position because this is a do or die Test match for us so we have to really play well.Throughout the series, Pakistan have struggled with the balance of their side. They gaze at Englands allrounders with all the envious desire of a child at a sweet shop window. Their fast bowlers - unused to playing more than three Tests in a series, unfamiliar with the burden of extra overs required in seam-friendly conditions - have been worn down by a grinding England.Somehow, Misbah must find a way to pick up his bowlers and infuse them with the energy required to take 20 wickets and inspire his batsmen, both in-form and struggling, to give him something to defend. But, having banished thoughts of retirement after the series against England in the UAE last year, he maintained he isnt afraid of any consequences for his captaincy should they fail to square the series.I dont have that sort of fear otherwise I would have retired long ago, Misbah said. I am always up for challenges and never thought of the results. I believe in just looking at the challenges and trying hard.Another daunting Test tour looms in Pakistans near future. After returning to the UAE to host West Indies, they will head to New Zealand for two Tests and then Australia for a three-Test series where the experience of Misbah and Younis Khan, in particular, could be crucial. Misbah has been Pakistans leading run-scorer in England, with 267 at 44.50, but would not be drawn on how much longer he hopes to continue playing.Its really difficult for me to leave the team on these difficult tours, Misbah said. Thats why Im here on this tough series. Ill be looking forward to that [Australia tour], but lets see how it goes after this series, and how I plan my future.That could be really hard for someone young - even as a batsman to replace me in Australian conditions - and obviously it would be a challenge for a young captain.Of course, there will always be challenging tours and series and, no matter when Misbah does decide to move on, he will leave an enormous crater for Pakistan to fill. But, in the meantime, there is The Oval, there is a chance to level the series and there is the possibility - albeit a slim one - that Pakistan could become the No. 1-ranked side in the world for the first time since the implementation of ICC rankings.I will keep trying throughout this Test and if Pakistan needs me afterwards, thats another point. I will think about that after the series but for the moment this is important for me and the Pakistan team. I will just go about this Test match. Zapatillas Balenciaga Baratas .ca. 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An angry Queensland claim Paul Gallens post-match snub has inspired them to extend their State of Origin dominance.The Maroons could barely control their rage over retiring skipper Gallen turning his back and leading NSW away during Queensland captain Cameron Smiths speech after the Blues 18-14 game three win on Wednesday night.After raising the Origin trophy to mark Queenslands 10th series win in 11 years, Smith was paying tribute to Gallen while the seemingly-oblivious NSW captain walked off.It was a bad look after Gallen had criticised Queensland for being bad winners ahead of his 24th and final Origin.Queensland playmaker Johnathan Thurston said the snub had put a fire in the belly for 2017.Yeah, no doubt about it, he said.I dont want to get into a slanging match here but it was pretty disrespectful.I think that typifies what that team is about.Gallen did not help his cause when asked about the incident, saying he didnt even notice Smiths post-match ceremony speech.Smith was clearly not impressed after also accepting the Wally Lewis Medal as player of the series.Its something our team wouldnt do, he said.Smith said Queensland made a point of staying on the field during Gallens post-match victory speech after NSWs rare series win in 2014 which snapped eight straight years of Maroons dominance.We didnt walk away. We made a point of staying there for Pauls speech and him lifting the shield and congratulating their victory, he said.Thats what we are about.Queennsland great Gorden Tallis compared Gallens snub with the Blues now infamous post-try celebrations during their 56-16 game three win in 2000.ddddddddddddThe greatest thing is thats our motivation for next year, Tallis told Triple M radio.There was the hand grenade (try celebration) 10 or so years ago and now theres that.They just keep on motivating the squad every year.Smith said he wouldnt lose too much sleep over Gallens bad winners tag.Gals been involved in the boxing game and its that showmanship really, trying to pump up the series and he does a good job at it, he said.I think we have been gracious and humble with our victories, same when we lost in 2014.Gal can say whatever he wants. We are comfortable in our skin.The Maroons were denied a fifth series whitewash by NSWs last-gasp game three win.But Smith couldnt see Queenslands winning run ending any time soon based on their game three effort where they were on the wrong end of a 12-4 penalty count.I think we can continue our dominance, based on the team that we have got, he said.What team has a right to be in a game with that penalty count against them?I dont think I have ever been in a game with a count like that, let alone a State of Origin.Thurston added: In the end Queensland got the shield and we will have it for another 12 months.I am very proud of this teams dominance. ' ' '