England test team squad has touchdown Pakistan to play three test home series matches in December.
It’s been long awaited historic English tour to Pakistan since 2006.
England skipper Ben Stokes is visting Pakistan first time in his whole career and post a message on social platform Twitter
England have only won two Test matches in Pakistan in 24 attempts.
England last two test win in Pakistan (image WISDEN)
What will English team do this time ?
England won 2, Pak got 4 wins. Rest 18 matches have all been drawn. Insane!
The upcoming matches are part of the World Test Championship which will decide the fate of Pakistan chances to qualify for two finalist of test match final next year at famous cricket ground Lords.
At the time, team Babar Azam sit fifth in ICC test team ranking with wining percentage of 51.85 , and England stands 7th wining % of 38.6 respectively.
Ben Stokes will lead English team and Babar Azam is captain of Pakistan test squad.
Commenting on the selected squad, ECB Managing Director for England Men’s Cricket, Rob Key, said:
“We are looking forward to touring Pakistan as a Test team for the first time since 2005. It will be a historic tour and a compelling series against a good side.
“The selectors have picked a squad for the conditions we can expect in Pakistan. There is a strong blend of youth and experience and players who will adapt well to the types of pitches we are likely to get across the three-match series.
“I wish the players every success, especially those new to the squad and those returning after a period of time away.”
