Pakistan’s Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub showcased explosive batting performances in the third ODI against Zimbabwe, smashing boundaries and powering their team to a strong start. The match saw a thrilling display of strokeplay and strategic bowling.
Pakistan’s recent decision to favor spin-friendly pitches in the second Test against England proved to be a turning point, ending their long winless streak at home. This strategic shift comes after years of prioritizing flat wickets, which, while beneficial for scoring runs, had inadvertently led to a decline in Pakistan’s Test win record. The article examines the impact of this change, discussing the evolution of pitch preparation, the challenges faced by Pakistan’s pace bowlers, and the team’s struggles to adapt to the new conditions.
Najiha Alvi has been called up to replace injured Diana Baig in Pakistan’s Women’s T20 World Cup squad. Alvi will be part of the squad for their final group match against New Zealand on Monday. Meanwhile, captain Fatima Sana returns after missing the previous game due to her father’s passing.
England’s stand-in captain Ollie Pope has hailed the team’s recent victory over Pakistan as one of their most significant triumphs since Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum took charge in 2021. He placed it alongside wins in Rawalpindi and Hyderabad, emphasizing the team’s unwavering focus on maximizing opportunities and their incredible performance under challenging conditions.
Pakistan’s T20 World Cup campaign faces a major setback with captain Fatima Sana’s urgent departure due to a family emergency. The team now faces a challenging period without their key leader and player, and new captain Muneeba Ali must guide the team through a difficult emotional and competitive phase. Despite the adversity, Pakistan remains determined to fight for their World Cup ambitions.
Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first in the first Test against England at the Multan Cricket Stadium. Captain Shan Masood expressed the team’s desire to bounce back after recent near-misses, while England’s stand-in captain Ollie Pope discussed the team’s readiness for the hot conditions and the exciting prospect of seeing Brydon Carse in Test action.
Pakistan captain Fatima Sana acknowledged her team’s shortcomings after a six-wicket defeat to India in the Women’s T20 World Cup, stating that they were 15 runs short of a winning total. Sana felt that a score above 130 would have been enough to win, highlighting the impact of the slow pitch and Pakistan’s inability to capitalize on the powerplay. Despite a strong performance by the bowlers, Sana expressed that they missed opportunities to take wickets at crucial moments, ultimately costing them the match.
England, led by Ben Stokes, embarks on a three-Test series against Pakistan starting Monday, aiming to replicate their dominant 2022 victory. The series will test England’s ‘Bazball’ approach, particularly with Stokes’ injury and an inexperienced bowling attack, while Pakistan seeks a resurgence after a recent slump.
England captain Ben Stokes will miss the first Test against Pakistan, beginning on Monday in Multan, due to a lingering hamstring injury. The news comes as a blow to England, who will be looking to start their tour of Pakistan on a positive note.
Pakistan has recalled star pacer Shaheen Shah Afridi and veteran spinner Noman Ali for the first Test against England, starting October 7th in Multan. The move comes after Pakistan suffered a disappointing series loss to Bangladesh. The selection sees the return of key players and a focus on experience for the upcoming challenge against England.
