The second Test between Pakistan and Bangladesh Bangladesh take a 1-0 lead in the series, set to kick off at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Friday (August 30).
Pakistan face a crucial challenge to remain unbeaten in the home series
Under the captaincy of Zarif Najmul Hussain ShantoBangladesh put up an outstanding performance in the first Test a a decisive ten-wicket victory. This result put them in a good position to secure the series and make history. The upcoming match is a crucial opportunity for Bangladesh to assert their dominance and seal a series win, which will mark an important milestone for the team. For Pakistan, the stakes are high as they face a must-win situation to avoid the embarrassment of losing the home Test series to Bangladesh.
Test Stats and Records at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi:
- General Compatibility: 14
- Matches won in first innings: 3
- Matches won in bowling: 7
- Average 1st Innings Score: 345
- Average 2nd Innings Score: 413
- Average 3rd Innings Score: 244
- Average 4th Innings Score: 165
- Most recorded common: 657/10 (101 Overs) by ENG vs PAK.
- The lowest total recorded was:139/10 (41 Overs) by WI vs PAK.
- Highest Score Pursued: 220/8 (83.5 Overs) with SL vs PAK.
- Lowest score defended: 187/10 (62.2 Overs) By ZIM vs PAK
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Rawalpindi Weather Report:
From Friday to Tuesday, the weather in Rawalpindi will be quite varied. It will rain on Friday, with temperatures between 28°C and 22°C. Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny, with a high of 34°C and a low of around 24°C. Sunday will be sunny, with temperatures rising to 36°C during the day and dropping to 26°C at night. Scattered thunderstorms are expected on Monday, with temperatures expected to range between 31°C and 23°C. Tuesday will see more scattered thunderstorms, with a high of 30°C and a low of 23°C.
Rawalpindi Pitch Report:
Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is famous for its pitches which have historically benefited the batsmen. Historically, these pitches have provided favorable batting conditions. However, the final characteristics of the pitch for the upcoming Test match will depend on various factors, including its preparation and the prevailing weather conditions leading up to the game. While trends suggest the pitch will be beneficial for batting, its nature will become clearer as the match progresses.
Head-to-head record between Pakistan and Bangladesh in Test cricket:
- Matches played: 14
- Pakistan won: 12
- Bangladesh to win: 1
- Draws: 1
- Pakistan’s highest against Bangladesh: 628
- Pakistan’s lowest total against Bangladesh: 146
- Bangladesh’s highest total against Pakistan: 565
- Bangladesh’s lowest total against Pakistan: 87
A probable 11 for both teams
Pakistan: Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood (c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel (vc), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Aga, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza.
Bangladesh: Litton Das, Zakir Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mominul Haque, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Khaled Ahmed, Hasan Mahmood, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam.
