The England team, led by star all-rounder Ben Stokes, arrived at Multan International Airport last night ahead of their highly anticipated three-match Test series against Pakistan. The team touched down in the city amidst tight security arrangements and a warm welcome from local officials.
The squad will take a two-day break on October 2 and 3, allowing the players to rest and acclimatize to the local conditions before beginning their first practice session on October 4 at the Multan Cricket Stadium.
The first Test match between Pakistan and England is scheduled to begin on October 7 at the Multan Cricket Stadium, marking the start of what promises to be a thrilling contest between two top sides. Following the opening match, the second Test will also take place in Multan, starting on October 15. The third and final Test is slated for Rawalpindi, beginning on October 24.
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This Test series is part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship 2023-2025 cycle, making the stakes high for both teams as they look to improve their standings. Pakistan, led by Shan Masood, is also preparing rigorously for the upcoming series. After a disappointing 2-0 whitewash at home against against Bangladesh, Pakistan is looking to bounce back and perform strongly in front of their home crowd.
The team’s selection for the series has focused on fitness, with players like Aamir Jamal making a return from injury and others being closely monitored for physical readiness.