The Pakistan cricket team’s Two-Test tour of the West Indies has officially been confirmed, with preparations set to begin this week.
As part of the build-up to the ICC World Test Championship series, the national side will hold a five-day training camp at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from July 9 to 12 before departing for the Caribbean.
The Test squad and team management will report to Islamabad on July 8 before departing for the West Indies on July 13.
The first Test will be played at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy from July 25 to 29, while the second and final Test will take place at Queen’s Park Oval in Port of Spain from August 2 to 6. Both matches will be part of the ICC World Test Championship.
Following the West Indies tour, Pakistan will travel to England for a three-Test series, according to the schedule released by the Pakistan Cricket Board. Meanwhile, recent reports have revealed the possible dates for the 2027 Asia Cup.
According to recent reports, Babar Azam has been appointed captain of Pakistan’s Test team for the upcoming series against the West Indies and England.
On the other hand, Pakistan Red Ball Cricket Team Head Coach and former Test captain Sarfaraz Ahmed has confirmed that Babar Azam has been given the responsibility of leading the national side after mutual consultation and approval.
Sarfaraz expressed hope that the Pakistan team will deliver improved performances and achieve better results under Babar Azam’s leadership.
Speaking to the media at the Karachi Press Club, Sarfaraz Ahmed said that the national team will aim to deliver an outstanding performance in the two-Test series against the West Indies.
He added that the three-Test series against England is also extremely important, as both series are part of the ICC Test Cricket Championship. Therefore, the team is determined to achieve positive results in these matches.
The Red Ball team’s head coach said that the upcoming national training camp in Islamabad will focus on further improving the players’ skills and abilities. He stated that the team is fully aware of its mistakes and weaknesses and that practical steps are being taken to address them.
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