Pakistan play the second Test vs Australia in Melbourne with a view to degree the collection. They have been defeated within the first Test by 360 runs through a dominant present by the hosts. It will take a humongous effort from them to problem the Pat Cummins-led Australians on their residence soil. Unlike the primary Test, Pakistan introduced a squad of 12 cricketers who can be picked for the second Test.
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Sarfaraz Ahmed has been dropped from the taking part in 11 for certain as his identify doesn’t characteristic within the checklist of the 12 gamers. Mohammad Rizwan is available in because the wicketkeeper and batter for the 2nd Test. At the identical time, fast-bowling all-rounder Faheem Ashraf has additionally been dropped. The solely spinner within the 12-man squad for the 2nd Test is Sajid Khan. The closing name on the XI can be taken after looking on the pitch.
Australia remained unchanged for the 2nd Test as they didn’t need to tinker with the successful mixture of the primary Test. Melbourne’s hometown hero, Scott Boland, sadly stays benched. Despite acknowledging Boland’s prowess, skipper Pat Cummins revealed the formidable trio of Cummins himself, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood will spearhead the tempo assault, leaving Boland on standby.
Pakistan announce 12-man squad for second Test _
The closing XI can be named tomorrow.#AUSvPAK pic.twitter.com/hZsky4cPcN— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) December 25, 2023
Boland made a surprising entry onto the cricket stage by claiming 6-7 on his debut on the MCG in opposition to England throughout the 2021-22 Ashes. However, with the present lineup match and prepared, Boland must await his alternative.
Cummins expressed admiration for Boland, emphasizing the inevitability of adjustments in an extended Test collection resulting from minor accidents or unexpected circumstances. He assured Boland stays ready and inspired him to remain constant whereas ready for his probability.
Pakistan’s 12-man squad for Australia: Abdullah Shafique, Imam-ul-Haq, Shan Masood(c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan(w), Agha Salman, Hasan Ali, Mir Hamza, Aamer Jamal, Shaheen Afridi, Sajid Khan
Australian XI for the upcoming Test contains David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Mitch Marsh, Alex Carey (wk), Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (c), Nathan Lyon, and Josh Hazlewood.
