Pakistan have announced their playing XI for the second Test against England, which will take place on October 15 at Multan Cricket Stadium. The hosts, who lost the first Test by an innings and 47 runs, have made several changes to their squad.
Players like Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, and Naseem Shah have been rested, with Pakistan opting for a spin-heavy attack. Captain Shan Masood will lead the team, while Kamran Ghulam will make his debut, replacing Babar Azam.
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Pakistan announces playing XI for 2nd Test vs England
Pakistan made some bold decisions for the second Test. Babar Azam, one of Pakistan's top batsmen, was dropped after a poor performance in the first Test.
Kamran Ghulam, a young talent, has been brought in to replace him. In addition to Babar, fast bowlers Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah have also been rested, leaving Aamer Jamal as the only pacer in the team.
Pakistan have opted for a spin-heavy bowling attack for the Multan pitch, which is expected to assist spinners. Noman Ali has been included in place of Abrar Ahmed, while Sajid Khan and Zahid Mahmood retain their spots in the XI.
The top order remains mostly unchanged. Saim Ayub, who struggled in the first Test, keeps his spot as an opener alongside Abdullah Shafique, who scored a century in the first innings of the last match. Captain Shan Masood, who played a brilliant 151 in the previous game, will bat at number three.
Pakistan's playing XI for 2nd Test vs England:
- Saim Ayub
- Abdullah Shafique
- Shan Masood (C)
- Kamran Ghulam
- Saud Shakeel (VC)
- Mohammad Rizwan (WK)
- Salman Ali Agha
- Aamer Jamal
- Noman Ali
- Sajid Khan
- Zahid Mahmood
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With a new look playing XI, Pakistan will hope for a strong performance in the second Test to level the series. The team has placed its faith in spinners. A win is crucial for Pakistan to avoid another series defeat at home.
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