Pakistan vs England Test Series 2024: Squads, Schedule, Venues and Key Players

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Pakistan vs England: The Pakistan vs England Test series is set to be a thrilling contest with both teams announcing strong squads for the three-match series scheduled for October 2024.

England returns to Pakistan following their dominant 3-0 series victory in 2022, while Pakistan aims to defend their home turf. With the first two Tests being held in Multan and the final match in Rawalpindi, fans are eagerly anticipating an action-packed series.

Schedule

1st Test:

• Date: Mon, 07 Oct 2024 - Fri, 11 Oct 2024
• Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST) / 5:00 AM (GMT) / 10:00 AM (Local)

2nd Test:

• Date: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 - Sat, 19 Oct 2024
• Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST) / 5:00 AM (GMT) / 10:00 AM (Local)

3rd Test:

• Date: Thu, 24 Oct 2024 - Mon, 28 Oct 2024
• Venue: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi
• Time: 10:30 AM (IST) / 5:00 AM (GMT) / 10:00 AM (Local)

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Pakistan Men's Test Squad

Pakistan has announced a strong 15-member squad for the series, featuring key players making their return and some promising new faces. Notably, Shaheen Shah Afridi is back after being dropped for the final Test against Bangladesh due to poor form. Seasoned left-arm spinner Noman Ali also returns after missing the Bangladesh series, adding depth to Pakistan's bowling unit.

• Shan Masood (Captain)
• Saud Shakeel (Vice-Captain)
• Babar Azam
• Muhammad Rizwan
• Abdullah Shafique
• Muhammad Huraira
• Saim Ayub
• Salman Ali Agha
• Sarfaraz Ahmed
• Aamer Jamal
• Noman Ali
• Abrar Ahmed
• Mir Hamza
• Shaheen Shah Afridi
• Naseem Shah

Pakistan will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing Test series against Bangladesh, where they suffered two surprising defeats. Shaheen Afridi’s return will boost Pakistan’s pace attack, while Noman Ali adds experience to the spin department. Aamer Jamal, who missed the Bangladesh series due to fitness concerns, also makes a comeback.

England Men's Test Squad

England’s 17-member squad sees the inclusion of uncapped players Brydon Carse and Jordan Cox, alongside several returning players from the victorious 2022 series in Pakistan. Spin duo Rehan Ahmed and Jack Leach also make their return to the Test side.

• Ben Stokes (Captain) – Durham
• Rehan Ahmed – Leicestershire
• Gus Atkinson – Surrey
• Shoaib Bashir – Somerset
• Harry Brook – Yorkshire
• Brydon Carse – Durham
• Jordan Cox – Essex
• Zak Crawley – Kent
• Ben Duckett – Nottinghamshire
• Josh Hull – Leicestershire
• Jack Leach – Somerset
• Ollie Pope – Surrey
• Matthew Potts – Durham
• Joe Root – Yorkshire
• Jamie Smith – Surrey
• Olly Stone – Nottinghamshire
• Chris Woakes – Warwickshire

Key players such as Ben Stokes, Joe Root, Zak Crawley, and Harry Brook return to Pakistan, aiming to replicate their successful 2022 tour. Rehan Ahmed, who made his debut in Karachi during that tour, will be eager to add to his experience, while Jack Leach returns after a spell on the sidelines.

With the stage set for a high-octane series, both teams will be looking to gain the upper hand in these crucial matches as they chase Test glory.