The second Test against Bangladesh will be on August 30 at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Resting fast bowler Shaheen Afridi will not play. Jason Gillespie, Pakistan’s red-ball head coach, introduced the 12-man match team during a Thursday news conference. Pakistan’s bowling attack needed Shaheen, but he wasn’t there.
Second Test against Bangladesh: Shaheen Afridi dropped
Their squad seeks to level the series after being bowled out for 146 runs in the first Test’s second innings. Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam of Bangladesh swiftly chased the goal, giving Pakistan chance to improve.
Since returning from knee surgery in July 2023, Shaheen Afridi has collected 16 wickets in 10 games. After his first child was born last week, Pakistan has permitted him take a break to spend with his family while he gets fit. This decision demonstrates the team’s future approach to Shaheen’s career and personal life.
Pakistan’s second Test without their finest fast bowler and prospects of tying the series will be closely watched.
