ISLAMABAD: Pakistan cricket team started their practice session at the Islamabad Club Cricket Ground on Friday to prepare themselves for the three-match Test series against England.
England is scheduled to arrive in Pakistan on Saturday after completing their Test camp at the Abu Dhabi Cricket and Sports Hub. This will be England’s first visit to Pakistan in 17 years to play a Test series.
The first match of the Test series is scheduled to be played in Rawalpindi on December 1. The series is important for Pakistan to qualify for the finals of the ICC World Test Championship 2022-23.
Pakistan has selected two new players, Mohammad Ali and Abrar Ahmed, based on their standout performance in domestic cricket, and they are likely to make their debuts in the first Test.
Meanwhile, Leicestershire leg-spinning allrounder Rehan Ahmed has been officially added to England Men’s Test squad for the Pakistan tour. Rehan, if selected, will become the youngest player to play Test cricket for England Men. – APP
