Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad has launched a scathing critique of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), blaming their selection policies and strategies for the team’s historic 10-wicket loss to Bangladesh in the Rawalpindi Test. The defeat marks Bangladesh’s first-ever Test victory over Pakistan on Pakistani soil, prompting widespread calls for reform within the PCB.
Bangladesh achieved a historic victory against Pakistan in the first Test of the two-match series, marking their first-ever win over their opponent in the format. This victory is significant for Bangladesh, propelling them to their 20th overall Test win, and their seventh away from home. The match also saw Bangladesh become the ninth team to defeat Pakistan in a Test match and the ninth nation to achieve a Test victory on Pakistani soil.
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Bangladesh’s head coach Chandika Hathurusingha remains dedicated to his contract with the national cricket team, despite the recent political upheaval in the country. He expresses his commitment to serving his term while acknowledging the potential for changes within the Bangladesh Cricket Board.
Pakistan has revealed its playing XI for the highly anticipated first Test match against Bangladesh, set to begin on Wednesday at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The team boasts a strong lineup featuring experienced players like Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi, ready to take on the challenge.
Pakistan has decided to field an all-pace attack for the first Test against Bangladesh, dropping specialist spinner Abrar Ahmed from the squad. The decision comes as a surprise, but the team is confident in their fast bowling options, led by Shaheen Shah Afridi.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to hold the second Test against Bangladesh in Karachi behind closed doors due to ongoing construction work at the venue. The decision, reminiscent of the COVID-19 era, prioritizes the safety of spectators and aims to enhance their experience for future events.
Bangladesh has announced a 16-man squad for the upcoming two-test series in Pakistan, featuring five pacers. Taskin Ahmed, who has focused on white-ball cricket recently, will join the team for the second Test after playing for Bangladesh A. Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Mushfiqur Rahim has also been included in the squad, replacing Shahadat Hossain. Bangladesh will arrive in Pakistan early to practice in Lahore ahead of the first Test, which begins on August 21 in Rawalpindi.
The Bangladesh cricket team will travel to Pakistan on August 13 for a two-match Test series against Pakistan, part of the ICC World Test Championship. The tour comes after political unrest in Bangladesh disrupted their initial preparations.
