Pakistan Confirms Squad with Three Spinners
Pakistan has confirmed its playing eleven lineup. This is for the upcoming second Test match. The team faces England in a crucial contest. A major strategic shift is now evident. The national team selected three specialist spinners. This suggests a pitch favoring spin bowling heavily. Middle-order batsman Kamran Ghulam will make his debut.
The Full Pakistan Playing XI
The team aims to recover from the previous match. The full eleven blends batting strength and spin attack:
- Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafiq, and Shan Masood.
- Saud Shakeel and Muhammad Rizwan.
- Salman Ali Agha.
- Aamir Jamal.
- Nauman Ali, Sajid Khan, and Zahid Mehmood (three spinners).
This Pakistan Playing XI Announced features tactical adjustments.
England Confirms Key Returns
England also revealed their playing eleven lineup. They confirmed changes for the second Test match. Captain Ben Stokes returns to the squad. Fast bowler Matt Potts has been included as well. Their selection signals a balanced attack strategy. England looks to maintain its winning momentum.
The Full England Squad
The English side features both stability and new pace:
- Zach Crawley, Ben Duckett, and Ollie Pope.
- Joe Root, Harry Brook, and Ben Stokes (Captain).
- Jamie Smith.
- Brayden Carrs, Jack Leach, and Shoaib Bashir.
The inclusion of Potts adds potency to their pace attack. The Pakistan Playing XI Announced will now face this strong combination. The second Test promises an intense, strategic battle.
