Pakistan announced playing XI for 1st Test against West Indies. Muhammad Hurairah to the beginning

Pakistan They have officially announced their playing XI for the opening test Two-match series Resist West IndiesIt is scheduled to start on January 17 at the Multan Cricket Stadium. This is part of the series ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Although both teams qualified for the finals. The event is significant as it marks West Indies’ return to Pakistan for Tests after an 18-year absence, reflecting the revival of international cricket in the region.

Mohammad Huraira is ready for the first trial.

22 years old Muhammad Hurairah He is set to make his Test debut, a move that underscores Pakistan’s faith in young talent. Hurairah replaces the injured. Saim AyubHe suffered a broken ankle during Pakistan’s recent Test series. south africa in Cape Town. Huraira has been rewarded for his outstanding performance in domestic cricket and is expected to bring a new movement to the top level. He teams up with the captain. Shan Masood Top offering a mix of youth and leadership in the opening pair.

Babar AzamHe was promoted as an opener in the Cape Town Test, ending Pakistan’s batting line-up and returning to the preferred No.3 position. A mix of strength and attack in the middle order, with the vice-captain Saud Shakeel, Kamran GhulamWicket keeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan And comprehensive Salman Ali Agha Establishing a strong core.

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Spin-heavy bowling strategy

The team’s bowling set-up for the Multan Test shows a strategic shift towards spin, geared to take advantage of the spin-friendly conditions expected at the venue. Sajid Khan And Noman AliThey won the home series in Pakistan EnglandHe leads the rotation section. Adding to this powerful spinner’s arsenal is the mystery spinner. Explanation AhmedTheir difference could prove crucial in stabilizing the West Indies’ batting order. With a bold choice, Khurram Shahzad He was named the only Packer in the lineup. The management’s decision to dominate spin shows their desire to exploit Multan’s pitching qualities by ensuring adequate depth in their attack.

When Pakistan played first XI against West Indies

Shan Masood (c), Mohammad Huraira, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Sajid Khan, Noman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad.

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