Pakistan has revealed their lineup for the decisive third Test against England, set to start on October 24 in Rawalpindi. The team remains unchanged from the previous match, as confirmed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in an official statement.
This decision follows Pakistan’s commanding 152-run victory in the second Test held in Multan, which brought the series to an even 1-1. Captain Shan Masood’s team showed a well-rounded performance, with spinners Nauman Ali and Sajid Khan playing crucial roles in dismantling England’s batting lineup. Their combined efforts were instrumental in securing Pakistan’s vital win, setting up an intense final showdown.
Ahead of the third Test, Pakistan’s team management has requested curators in Rawalpindi to prepare a pitch that mirrors the spin-friendly conditions seen in Multan. While Rawalpindi has a reputation for being a batting-friendly venue, steps are being taken—such as using pedestal fans and heaters to dry out the surface—to make it more conducive to spin, a strategy Pakistan hopes will play to their advantage.
The series has been highly competitive. England dominated the first Test with a convincing innings-and-47-run win, but Pakistan responded strongly in the second match to level the series. The third and final Test will serve as the series decider, promising a thrilling conclusion to the contest.
Key players such as Mohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel, and captain Shan Masood will once again be relied upon, with Pakistan banking on their spin attack to secure a historic series victory.
Pakistan’s Playing XI for the Third Test:
- Saim Ayub
- Abdullah Shafique
- Shan Masood (C)
- Kamran Ghulam
- Saud Shakeel (VC)
- Mohammad Rizwan (WK)
- Salman Ali Agha
- Aamir Jamal
- Nauman Ali
- Sajid Khan
- Zahid Mehmood
As Pakistan gears up for the final match, all eyes will be on how the team adapts to the conditions and whether they can carry their momentum forward to clinch the series.
