The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced a revised schedule for the upcoming three-match ICC World Test Championship series between Pakistan and England. The series will now take place from October 7 to 28, 2024.
Revised Schedule Overview
The first and third Tests will be played as originally planned, with the opening match scheduled at the Multan Cricket Stadium from October 7 to 11. The final Test will take place at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from October 24 to 28.
However, the second Test, initially set to be held at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi from October 15 to 19, has been relocated to the Multan Cricket Stadium. This change comes as the National Bank Stadium undergoes extensive renovations ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore and the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium will also be hosting matches during the Champions Trophy, making the upcoming improvements essential for these venues.
Revised Schedule for the Pakistan vs England Test Series:
- 7-11 October – First Test, Multan
- 15-19 October – Second Test, Multan
- 24-28 October – Third Test, Rawalpindi
Team Arrivals and Preparations
The England men’s cricket team will arrive in Multan on October 2, with the Pakistan men’s cricket team also assembling on the same day to begin preparations for the series. This Test series is crucial for both teams as they aim to strengthen their standings in the ICC World Test Championship.
England Squad for the Pakistan Series:
- Harry Brook
- Jordan Cox
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Ollie Pope
- Joe Root
- Jamie Smith
- Ben Stokes (c)
- Brydon Carse
- Rehan Ahmed
- Chris Woakes
- Gus Atkinson
- Josh Hull
- Jack Leach
- Matthew Potts
- Shoaib Bashir
- Olly Stone
The revised schedule, along with the strong England squad, sets the stage for an exciting Test series between two top-tier teams. As the series approaches, fans will be eagerly awaiting the clash between these cricketing giants on Pakistan’s home soil.
What to look forward to?
The series between Pakistan and England promises thrilling cricket as both teams look to make their mark in the World Test Championship. The venue changes reflect PCB’s commitment to ensuring that the matches are hosted at world-class facilities, which are being upgraded in preparation for future international events.
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