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"That's Pakistan Cricket...": Ben Stokes Responds To Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi's Snub Question

England captain Ben Stokes is set to make his return to competitive cricket after two months during the second Test against Pakistan in Multan, starting October 15. Stokes, who had picked up a hamstring injury while playing in the hundred, was named in England's playing XI for the second game at the Multan Cricket Stadium. The 33-year-old bowled and batted without any discomfort in the nets in the lead up to the match. In his absence, Ollie Pope led England to a big win in the series-opener last week.

Pakistan vs England 2nd Test Day 1 LIVE Scorecard: Pakistan Eye Series Comeback Without Babar Azam

Pakistan vs England 2nd Test Day 1 LIVE Updates: After axing Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah, pressure will be on Pakistan as they look to make an unprecedented comeback in the three-Test series against England. The odds are against them, after they suffered an innings defeat in the first Test despite posting 556 in the first innings. England are set to welcome back captain Ben Stokes into their lineup. Pakistan are now without a win in 11 consecutive home Tests, and will be hoping to break that streak. (Live Scorecard)

Pakistan vs England Live Streaming 2nd Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

Pakistan vs England Live Streaming 2nd Test: With several eyeballs on them following the decision to drop Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah, a beleaguered Pakistan will take on England in the second Test, hoping to kickstart a comeback in the series. Shan Masood's side suffered by a humiliating defeat in the first Test, as they lost by an innings despite posting a total of 556 in the first innings. Now without a win in their last 11 home Test matches, Pakistan have a mountain to climb. On the other hand, England captain Ben Stokes is set to return to action.

England Captain Ben Stokes Back From Injury For Second Pakistan Test

Captain Ben Stokes was named in the England team for the second Test against Pakistan starting in Multan on Tuesday after recovering from a hamstring injury. Stokes suffered the injury two months ago and missed the three-match home series against Sri Lanka and last week's first Test, which the visitors won by an innings.Durham seamer Matthew Potts also returns to the side for the first time since the Lord's Test against Sri Lanka at the end of August. Seamers Gus Atkinson and Chris Woakes are rested.

Ben Stokes Still A Doubtful Starter For England's First Test Against Pakistan

England captain Ben Stokes is still a doubtful starter for the side's first Test against Pakistan, starting on October 7 in Multan. Stokes is recovering from a hamstring injury sustained during The Hundred and missed England's 2-1 series victory over Sri Lanka, with Ollie Pope leading the team in his absence. “I think he's got to do a few more tests, but he's been doing some running and stuff. He seems to be doing well, recovering well from his injury, (but) we don't know just yet. We feel ready, whatever team comes out it will be a nice balance either way. We've got a really deep squad with plenty of options with the ball and with the bat as well,” said opener Zak Crawley to reporters after England held its first practice session.

England Test Side Set To Arrive In Pakistan As Voices Grow Loud Against Shan Masood

The Ben Stokes-led England squad will arrive in Pakistan on Wednesday at a time when national Test skipper Shan Masood is under fire for a series of losses, including a 0-2 defeat at the hands of Bangladesh recently. England will play three Tests in Pakistan beginning October 7, with the first two games scheduled in Multan followed by a match in Rawalpindi. Masood found himself being targetted again on Monday during the pre-series media conference where a journalist asked him in a rather insulting manner why he wasn't quitting as captain. "You mentioned that you'll keep on playing as long as the PCB (Pakistan Cricket Board) gives you opportunities. Don't you have self-respect or dignity to step aside, considering the team's poor performance and continuous losses?" the journalist asked.

England Skipper Ben Stokes To Have Scan Ahead Of Pakistan Tests: Report

England Test skipper Ben Stokes will have a scan on his hamstring injury next week ahead of the first Test in Pakistan, says a report. Stokes sustained the injury playing in the Hundred for Northern Superchargers against Manchester Originals last month. Stokes sprinted for a quick single early in the Superchargers' chase; he pulled up injured after completing the run and collapsed, clutching his left leg. He was helped off the field and later returned to the team dugout on crutches. He subequently ruled out the Sri Lanka Tests.

Rohit Sharma On Cusp Of Surpassing Virender Sehwag For This India Test Record

Indian skipper Rohit Sharma will have some milestones to chase as he prepares to take on Bangladesh in the first Test of the two-match series at Chennai from Thursday. The two-match series will kick off on September 19 in Chennai at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. The second long-format game will begin on September 27 in Kanpur. In his first Test assignment, head coach Gautam Gambhir will be keen on securing a series win.

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"That's Pakistan Cricket...": Ben Stokes Responds To Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi's Snub Question

Pakistan vs England 2nd Test Day 1 LIVE Scorecard: Pakistan Eye Series Comeback Without Babar Azam

Pakistan vs England Live Streaming 2nd Test Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch

England Captain Ben Stokes Back From Injury For Second Pakistan Test

Ben Stokes Still A Doubtful Starter For England's First Test Against Pakistan

England Test Side Set To Arrive In Pakistan As Voices Grow Loud Against Shan Masood

England Skipper Ben Stokes To Have Scan Ahead Of Pakistan Tests: Report

Rohit Sharma On Cusp Of Surpassing Virender Sehwag For This India Test Record