ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has announced its playing XI for the first Test against South Africa, set to take place in Centurion tomorrow.
Shan Masood will lead the team, taking charge after a significant series win over England at home. The team will also feature promising young talent, with Saim Ayub, who recently impressed in the white-ball format, included in the squad for his Test debut.
Babar Azam, the team’s star batsman, will be looking to lead with the bat and ensure a strong performance. Kamran Ghulam, who made an impact with a century on his Test debut against England, has also been included in the lineup.
Mohammad Rizwan, who captained the Pakistan white-ball team to victories in the ODI series against both Australia and South Africa in challenging home conditions, will take his place in the team. Saud Shakeel, another promising talent, has also been selected.
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The pace attack will be led by Naseem Shah and Khurram Shahzad, while Mohammad Abbas makes a long-awaited comeback to the Test team after a three-year hiatus.
The playing XI for Pakistan is as follows:
- Shan Masood (captain)
- Saim Ayub
- Babar Azam
- Kamran Ghulam
- Mohammad Rizwan (wicketkeeper)
- Saud Shakeel
- Naseem Shah
- Khurram Shahzad
- Mohammad Abbas
- Yasir Shah
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
The match will be crucial for Pakistan as they look to build on their recent form and continue their success in international cricket.
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