Pak vs. Ban Test Series: The highly anticipated Pakistan vs. Bangladesh Test series is set to commence with the first Test match in Rawalpindi on August 21, 2024. Cricket enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting this clash between two subcontinental teams. Let’s delve into the details:
The upcoming Test series is vital for both teams as they aim to improve their positions in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2023-25 cycle. Pakistan currently holds the sixth spot, having played five Tests in this cycle, winning two and losing three, with a points percentage (PCT) of 36.7. Conversely, Bangladesh is ranked eighth, with just one win out of four matches.
Shan Masood’s team last competed in a Test series in Australia, where they were defeated 0-3 by the hosts. Bangladesh’s most recent Test series at home ended in a loss to Sri Lanka in March 2024.
Pakistan Squads
- Captain: Shan Masood
- Vice-Captain: Saud Shakeel
- Key Players: Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Notable Absence: Aamer Jamal (ruled out due to back issues)
Bangladesh Squads
- Captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto
- Vice-Captain: Litton Das
- Key Players: Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Shakib Al Hasan
- Notable Absence: Mushfiqur Rahim (sidelined due to injury)
Match Schedule
1st Test:
- Date: August 21 – 25, 2024
- Venue: Rawalpindi
- Time: 10:30 PM (GMT+5)
- Live streaming: Available on ESPNcricinfo
2nd Test:
- Date: 30 August – 3 September 2024
- Venue: Rawalpindi
- Time: 10:30 PM (GMT+5)
- Live streaming: Available on ESPNcricinfo
Both teams will aim for supremacy in the Test arena, and fans can catch all the live updates and highlights on ESPNcricinfo. Stay tuned for an intense battle!
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