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Pakistan Calls on Abrar Ahmed for Series-Deciding Test with Bangladesh

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ICA Sports Staff Published August 28, 2024
Last updated: 2024/08/28 at 3:51 PM
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Pakistan Calls on Abrar Ahmed for Series-Deciding Test with Bangladesh

Pakistan Calls on Abrar Ahmed for Series-Deciding Test with Bangladesh: In a strategic move aimed at correcting course, Pakistan has recalled leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed for the second and final test against Bangladesh. This decision comes on the heels of a disappointing performance in the series opener in Rawalpindi, where the team opted for an all-pace attack, a tactic that backfired spectacularly.

The first test marked an embarrassing chapter in Pakistan’s cricket history as they suffered their first-ever test defeat to Bangladesh. The loss, which came by a comprehensive 10-wicket margin, highlighted the miscalculation of fielding a bowling attack devoid of any frontline spinner on a pitch that clearly favored spin.

On the sluggish Rawalpindi track, Pakistan’s pacers struggled to make an impact, laboring for little reward. In contrast, Bangladesh’s spin duo of Shakib Al Hasan and Mehidy Hasan Miraz wreaked havoc, sharing seven wickets between them and playing a pivotal role in securing a memorable victory for the visitors.

Responding to the debacle, Pakistan has not only recalled Abrar Ahmed, who boasts an impressive tally of 38 wickets from just six tests but also added uncapped spin-bowling all-rounder Kamran Ghulam to the squad. Ghulam’s inclusion is seen as a potential game-changer, offering both bowling depth and batting support in the lower order.

Additionally, all-rounder Aamer Jamal has been recalled to the squad, although his participation in the upcoming test remains contingent on fitness clearance, according to a statement released by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

With the second test set to commence on Friday, also in Rawalpindi, Pakistan will be keen to bounce back from their historic loss. The team management will be under pressure to find the right balance between pace and spin in their bowling attack, ensuring they do not repeat the mistakes of the first test.

The series stands at a crucial juncture, and Pakistan’s renewed focus on spin could well dictate the outcome of the final match. As both teams prepare for the showdown, the spotlight will be on how effectively Pakistan can utilize their revised squad to counter Bangladesh’s spin prowess and reclaim pride on home soil.

TAGGED: Abrar Ahmed, Action, cricket, Featured, Pakistan Cricket, Pakistan vs Bangladesh
ICA Sports Staff August 28, 2024
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