West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite expressed optimism about the team’s future despite a recent Test series defeat to South Africa, highlighting the potential of a young bowling attack and batting lineup. While acknowledging the need for improved mental fortitude, Brathwaite remains confident in the team’s ability to achieve success in the future.
Pakistani leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed is determined to become the team’s leading spin option ahead of the upcoming Test series against Bangladesh. The series presents a crucial opportunity for Abrar to showcase his skills and stake a claim for inclusion in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy squad.
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.
England and West Indies are set to battle it out in a three-match Test series, starting at Lord’s on Wednesday. This series holds significance for both teams, as England seeks to climb the World Test Championship points table while West Indies aims to maintain their position. The series also offers England a chance to redeem itself after its previous defeat in the Caribbean.
Cricket South Africa has named a 16-member squad, led by Temba Bavuma, for the upcoming two-match Test series against the West Indies. The squad features the maiden Test call-up for batter Matthew Breetzke and the return of wicketkeeper-batter Ryan Rickelton. Pacer Marco Jansen has been rested for the series to allow for a conditioning period.
