As Pakistan prepares for the upcoming three-match Test series against England, which is scheduled to begin on October 7 at the Multan Cricket Ground, red-ball captain Shan Masood has stressed the importance of supporting the players in order to progress. Addressing a press conference, Masood urged the cricket community to avoid making reactionary changes after a loss, and instead called for a consistent approach to supporting the team.
Focus on fitness and team morale after recent setbacks
Speaking about the team’s recent performance, Masood lamented the missed opportunities in the matches against Bangladesh. He stressed the need for Pakistan to improve mentally and physically to compete with the best cricketing nations, highlighting the importance of physical fitness in Test cricket. The captain acknowledged the difficulties of leadership, especially in the wake of the defeat, but remained optimistic about achieving better results in the next series.
Team selection and the return of key players
Masoud indicated that the team was selected for the first test based on the player’s fitness, with Amer Jamal returning from injury. It was also reported that Zahid Mahmood will join the pre-Test camp in Multan, despite the squad being reduced to 15 players ahead of the first Test. Masood concluded his speech by acknowledging the pressures of professional cricket and the team’s commitment to turning things around in the World Test Championship series.
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