Pakistan have officially announced their playing XI for the opening Test series of two games against West Indieswhich is scheduled to start on January 17 at the Multan Cricket Stadium. This list is part of ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, even though both teams are already out of the race for the finals. The event is significant, as it marks the return of the West Indies to Pakistan to practice cricket after an 18-year hiatus, marking the revival of international cricket in the region.
Mohammad Huraira started experimenting
A 22-year-old boy Mohammad Huraira is poised to make his Test debut, a move that reaffirms Pakistan's faith in young talent. Huraira replaces the injured Saim Ayubwho broke his knee in Pakistan's most recent match South Africa in Cape Town. Huraira has been rewarded for his outstanding performances in domestic cricket and is expected to bring a new revolution. He will join the captain Shan Masood above, providing a mixture of youth and leadership in the first two.
Abara Azamwho won as an opener in the Cape Town Test, will return to his favored No. 3 position, supporting Pakistan's batting team. The middle has a strong mix with violence, and the vice-captain Saud Shakeel, Kamran Ghulambatsman-wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan it is all round Salman Ali Agha creating a strong foundation.
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Spin-heavy bowling technique
The bowling setup of the Multan Test team shows a good change of spin, designed to exploit the expected conditions of the ground. Sajid Khan and Noman Aliwho contributed to Pakistan's home series win Englandwill head the circulation department. An addition to this powerful tool is a secret spinner Abrar Ahmedwhose diversity could be crucial in disrupting the West Indies batting order. In choosing boldly, Khurram Shahzad he is listed as the only traveler on the list. The management's decision to advance shows their intention to take advantage of Multan's appearance and ensure sufficient depth in their attack.
Pakistan playing XI for the first Test against West Indies
Shan Masood (c), Muhammad Huraira, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Sajid Khan, Noman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad.