Pakistan’s cricket selectors have revealed the 15-player squad for the upcoming first Test against England. The team will gather in Multan on September 30, with training scheduled to begin on October 1. The highly anticipated Test series marks another opportunity for Pakistan to showcase their talent on home soil.
Squad Changes and Key Players
The squad includes several notable changes. Right-arm fast bowler Aamir Jamal makes his return to the squad, providing strength in the pace attack. In a key replacement, left-arm spinner Noman Ali, who has taken 47 wickets in 15 Tests, steps in for the injured fast bowler Khurram Shahzad.
Selectors have kept faith in Kamran Ghulam and Mohammad Ali, both of whom were part of Pakistan’s squad for the Bangladesh Tests, signaling their long-term role in the team.
The decision to release players from the Champions One-Day Cup playoffs ahead of the Test series was made on the recommendation of head coach Jason Gillespie, ensuring players get the rest they need before the intense competition begins.
Pakistan’s 15-Player Squad for the First Test:
- Shan Masood (captain)
- Saud Shakeel (vice-captain)
- Aamir Jamal
- Abdullah Shafique
- Abrar Ahmed
- Babar Azam
- Mir Hamza
- Mohammad Huraira
- Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper)
- Naseem Shah
- Noman Ali
- Saim Ayub
- Salman Ali Agha
- Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper)
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
Head Coach Jason Gillespie’s Thoughts
Head coach Jason Gillespie emphasized the importance of player rest, given the packed domestic and international cricket schedule. He stated, “With a busy domestic and international cricket schedule, it makes sense to give our players some much-needed rest ahead of the Test series against England.”
Gillespie expressed his enthusiasm for the upcoming series, adding, “We are very much looking forward to the series against England here in Pakistan and cannot wait for it to begin. We are excited about playing in front of our wonderful supporters.”
The Test Series Awaits
Pakistan’s cricket fans are eagerly anticipating the start of the Test series, with the first match set to be a thrilling contest. The team’s preparations and squad selection reflect a balance of experience and emerging talent, aiming to perform strongly against a formidable England side.
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