Fans, PCB welcome Aussies back to Pakistan
Pakistan Cricket boss Faisal Hasnain wants Australia's long-awaited return to the country to be a statement to the sport worldwide as local fans celebrate their first sight of Pat Cummins' team.
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"Over 30 Years Ago...": Australia's Usman Khawaja Shares Major Throwback Photo From Rawalpindi
Ahead of the start of the first Test against Pakistan, Australia batter Usman Khawaja shared a major throwback picture on social media. The veteran batter, who was born in Islamabad, took to Instagram to share a picture of him playing at the old Rawalpindi stadium. The picture was taken almost 30 years back, days before Khawaja and his family moved to Australia. He was five years old when his family left for Australia.
Pakistan vs Australia, 1st Test, Day 1 Live Score: Pakistan Win Toss, Elect To Bat Against Australia
PAK vs AUS, 1st Test, Day 1 Live Cricket Updates: Pakistan face Australia in the first Test of a three-match series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday. Pakistan host Australia for the first time in 24 years. The last time Australia played a Test series in Pakistan, they won the three-match series 1-0 under the leadership of Mark Taylor. It will be interesting to see how both teams line-up. The first Test will be followed by the second and third Test in Karachi and Lahore, respectively. (LIVE SCORECARD)
Khawaja relaxed about Pakistan homecoming
Usman Khawaja is taking the Pakistani homecoming in his stride but admits the hype around Australia's first Test tour of the country since 1998 is real.
Australia news: Glenn Maxwell to miss Pakistan tour, IPL start
Australia will have to do without Glenn Maxwell for the upcoming tour of Pakistan, the all-rounder confirmed on Tuesday.
PCB Welcome Australia's Full-Strength Squad Announcement For Upcoming Tour
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is extremely pleased that Australia have announced a full-strength squad for the upcoming series amidst fears that a few top players may skip the tour to the country. PCB's chief operating officer Faisal Hasnain said the announcement assures them that the series would take place as scheduled. "It is indeed good news for Pakistan cricket and fans that they have announced a full-strength squad as they were afraid some of their players might skip the tour," Hasnain said.
Australia tour to Pakistan: Full-strength squad named for historic visit
Australia have named a full-strength squad for their historic Test series in Pakistan, which is set to begin on March 4.