The Pakistan vs England 1st Test match will start on Monday, October 7, at 10:30 AM IST. The match will be held at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan.
2. Who Will Lead the Teams?
Pakistan will be led by captain Shan Masood, while England will be captained by Ollie Pope in the absence of regular captain Ben Stokes due to a hamstring injury.
3. What Are the Playing XIs for Both Teams?
Pakistan's playing XI includes Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Shan Masood (c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (w), Agha Salman, Aamer Jamal, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Abrar Ahmed. England's playing XI includes Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (c), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith (w), Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jack Leach, and Shoaib Bashir.
4. How Can You Watch the Live Streaming of the Match?
The live streaming of the 1st Test match between Pakistan and England will be available on the FanCode app and website in India. For viewers outside India, the match will not be telecasted on any TV channels.
5. What Are the Head-to-Head Records Between Pakistan and England in Tests?
In head-to-head records in Test cricket, Joe Root's England have a slight upper hand over Shan Masood's Pakistan. The total matches played are 89, with Pakistan winning 21, England winning 29, and 39 draws.
6. How Did Pakistan Prepare for This Series?
Pakistan is looking to bounce back after losing their last two Test matches against Bangladesh. This series presents a perfect opportunity for them to revive their World Test Championship campaign.
7. What Are the Key Players to Watch Out For?
For Pakistan, key players include Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah in the bowling department, while Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan are crucial in the batting lineup. For England, Joe Root and Harry Brook are significant contributors with the bat, while Chris Woakes and Gus Atkinson are important bowlers.
8. What Are the Expectations From This Series?
England is expected to continue their fine form from their home season, aiming to move up the ICC World Test Championship standings. Pakistan, on the other hand, hopes to turn their fortunes around after a series of home defeats.
9. Where Can You Get More Information About This Series?
For more detailed information about the series, including live scores and updates, you can visit our website at Direct Post.
