Aamir Jamal Makes Comeback as Pakistan Names Playing XI for England Test

MULTAN: The excitement is palpable as the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced their Playing XI for the first Test match against England, scheduled to take place in Multan from October 7 to October 11. Among the notable inclusions is fast bowling all-rounder Aamir Jamal, who is set to make his much-anticipated return to Test cricket.

Aamir Jamal's last appearance in Test cricket was during the Sydney Test against Australia in January earlier this year. His journey back to the field has been a challenging one, as he faced a back injury while playing for Warwickshire in the County Championship back in June. Initially, he was part of Pakistan's squad for the two-match home Test series against Bangladesh but was released before the series began. Now, with his recovery complete, he is ready to contribute to the team.

The team, led by captain Shan Masood, has decided to maintain the same batting lineup that competed in the recent series against Bangladesh. This consistency in selection reflects the team's confidence in their players. Opening the innings will be Abdullah Shafique and Saim Ayub, followed by the talented skipper Babar Azam, who is known for his exceptional batting skills. The middle order is further strengthened by vice-captain Saud Shakeel, along with wicketkeeper batter Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha.

Here is the complete Playing XI for Pakistan: Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel (vice-captain), Saim Ayub, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper), Salman Ali Agha, Aamir Jamal, Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Abrar Ahmad.

On the other hand, England has also announced their squad, which includes Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope (captain), Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith, Chris Woakes, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jack Leach, and Shoaib Bashir. This match promises to be an exciting contest between two competitive teams.

As the first Test approaches, fans are eager to see how Aamir Jamal performs after his injury layoff and whether the Pakistani batting lineup can deliver against a strong English bowling attack. The match not only marks a significant moment for Jamal but also sets the stage for an enthralling series that could have implications for both teams in the ICC Test rankings. Cricket enthusiasts around the world will be watching closely, hoping for a thrilling display of talent and sportsmanship.