Pakistan Announces Playing XI for Multan Test Against England
Shan says Ben Stokes is considered one of the top all-rounders in the world
Lahore-Pakistan Test cricket team captain Shan Masood addressed the media on Sunday, announcing the playing XI for the upcoming Test match against England. Masood acknowledged the formidable challenge posed by England, particularly highlighting Ben Stokes’ exceptional all-round skil.
Pakistan’s playing XI includes:
1. Saim Ayub
2. Abdullah Shafiq
3. Shan Masood (Captain)
4. Babar Azam
5. Saud Shakeel
6. Mohammad Rizwan
7. Salman Agha
8. Aamir Jamal
9. Shaheen Afridi
10. Naseem Shah
11. Abrar Ahmed
Masood expressed confidence in his team’s abilities, stating that England’s strength would not be diminished by the absence of any single player. He remarked, “The series is happening in Pakistan, and we have the advantage of playing at home.”
Reflecting on the previous series against England, where Pakistan came very close to victory, Masood emphasized the need for his team to focus on strategies to control the England side. He acknowledged that the style of play of the England team is well-known, and they must prepare accordingly to secure a win in the upcoming match.
During the press conference, Masood highlighted the formidable challenge posed by the England team, particularly noting that Ben Stokes is considered one of the top all-rounders in the world.
Masood expressed confidence in his team’s abilities, stating that England’s strength would not be diminished by the absence of any single player. He remarked, “The series is happening in Pakistan, and we have the advantage of playing at home.”
Reflecting on the previous series against England, where Pakistan came very close to victory, Masood emphasized the need for his team to focus on strategies to control the England side. He acknowledged that the style of play of the England team is well-known, and they must prepare accordingly to secure a win in the upcoming match.
