Pakistan wins toss, opts to bowl first against England

Tahir • October 25, 2026 • Sports

Pakistan won the toss and elected to bowl first against England in the fourth match of the ODI tri-series at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday.

The match is being played as the Pink Day fixture of the tri-nation series. Pakistan have made two changes to their playing XI for the encounter. Shadab Khan has replaced Faheem Ashraf, while Razaullah is set to make his ODI debut in place of the injured Naseem Shah.

Pakistan’s cricket team will wear special pink kits during their One-Day International (ODI) against England in Lahore on October 25 to raise awareness about breast cancer among women.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has dedicated the match to a breast cancer awareness campaign in collaboration with Pink Ribbon, highlighting the importance of early detection and timely treatment of the disease.

As part of the initiative, the PCB has also announced an auction of specially signed fan shirts bearing the signatures of Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi and star batter Babar Azam.

The proceeds from the auction will be used to support the treatment of breast cancer patients, particularly women who cannot afford medical expenses.

The PCB said the campaign would allow cricket fans to contribute to the cause while owning signed memorabilia and helping provide treatment to women battling breast cancer.

Earlier, Pakistan ODI captain Shaheen Afridi expressed confidence in the team ahead of its upcoming matches. He said the players are focused on playing good cricket and winning games.

Speaking to the media, Shaheen said every player understands their role in the team. He added that the players are performing well and are working to improve their game.

What did Shaheen say about the players?

The Pakistan captain praised Hasan Nawaz for his performance. He also appreciated Saim Ayub and expressed hope that the young batter would continue to perform well in future matches.
Shaheen called Abrar Ahmed Pakistan’s main bowler. He also said the team needed an all-rounder at number eight in the batting order.
He added that it was encouraging to see the spinners contribute with the bat as well.

Will Pakistan make changes to the playing XI?

Shaheen said players are often criticised after just one or two series. He urged people to look at the team’s performance with a broader view and expressed confidence in the upcoming matches.
He also said conditions in Lahore would be different. The team management will select the playing XI based on the conditions and needs of each match.
Shaheen added that changes could be made if the situation required them.

What is Pakistan’s main focus?

The captain said the team’s main goal is to play quality cricket and win matches. He also praised the young players for their efforts.
Shaheen said the team was learning from its mistakes and working to improve its performance in the matches ahead.

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