First Day Washed Out in Pak vs Ban 2nd Test
Relentless rain washed out the opening day of the highly anticipated Pak vs Ban 2nd Test in Rawalpindi. Early in the morning, the rain started, which led to major delays and eventually stopped any play. The highly active Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium was kept under cover while the day's periodic showers continued.
Even though there was a small break in the rain, the weather wasn't good enough to begin the game. While they waited for the weather to improve, the teams remained at their hotels. Wetlands formed across the rest of the field, stopping the match from continuing even though the surface was still covered. They have rescheduled the play from the first day for tomorrow, provided the weather permits.
Pakistan’s Must-Win Scenario
For Pakistan, there is special significance in this match. They need to win this match to even the series after losing by an alarming 10-wicket margin in the first Test played at this same location. There's a lot of stress, especially in light of their recent international failures.
Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan's top pacer, will not play in this important game. For him to spend more time with his newborn son, the team chose to rest him. Coach Jason Gillespie stressed the value of Shaheen's family and its importance for Shaheen to take breaks.
Pakistan’s Squad Update
The team released a 12-man squad that combines new and experienced players in Shaheen's place. The team will be led by Shan Masood, with Saud Shakeel serving as his deputy. Along with growing players wanting to make an impression, the group also includes Khurram Shehzad and Saim Ayub.
Pakistan's 12 for the Second Test:
- Shan Masood (c)
- Saud Shakeel (VC)
- Abrar Ahmed
- Mohammad Ali
- Salman Ali Agha
- Saim Ayub
- Babar Azam
- Mir Hamza
- Mohammad Rizwan (wk)
- Abdullah Shafique
- Naseem Shah
- Khurram Shehzad
What’s Next?
We now turn our attention to tomorrow, where the weather will still be a major issue. The game might go on as scheduled if the rain stops and the field dries up. Regrouping and concentrating on their plan will be important for Pakistan to overcome the first Test loss. Bangladesh, however, will be keen to take advantage of Pakistan's recent weaknesses.
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FAQs
Q: Why did the first day of the Pak vs Ban 2nd Test get washed out?
A: Continuous rain in Rawalpindi prevented the match from starting, completely washing out the first day.
Q: Will Shaheen Shah Afridi play in the 2nd Test?
A: No, Shaheen Shah Afridi will not play as he has been rested to spend time with his newborn son.
Q: When will the match resume?
A: The match is expected to resume tomorrow, provided the weather improves and the field conditions are suitable for play.
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