Pakistan captain Shan Masood has warned his team to not underestimate England despite the absence of their star captain Ben Stokes, who is still recovering from a hamstring injury. England, led by Ollie Pope, have proven they are still a strong team after a successful series against Sri Lanka. The first test match between Pakistan and England will kick off in Multan on Monday.
Shan Masood Warns Pakistan Team Against Underrating England Despite Ben Stokes' Absence
Pakistan captain Shan Masood has issued a stern warning to his team, cautioning them not to take England lightly in the upcoming Test series despite the absence of their star captain Ben Stokes.
Stokes, who led England to a historic Test series victory against South Africa in February, has been ruled out of the Pakistan tour due to a hamstring injury. In his absence, wicket-keeper batsman Ollie Pope will captain the English side.
Background
Pakistan and England last faced each other in a Test series in 2020, with England emerging victorious 2-1. However, Masood believes that the visiting team should not be underestimated this time around.
Pope's Success
Masood highlighted England's impressive performance in their recent series against Sri Lanka, led by Pope. England swept the two-match series, showcasing their strength and adaptability in different conditions.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Why is Ben Stokes not playing against Pakistan? A: Stokes is still recovering from a hamstring injury.
2. Who will captain England in Stokes' absence? A: Ollie Pope.
3. Where and when will the first Test match take place? A: Multan, Monday.
4. How did England perform in their series against Sri Lanka? A: They swept the series 2-0.
5. What has Masood said about England in Stokes' absence? A: He has warned Pakistan against underestimating them, despite Stokes' injury.
Conclusion
Masood's cautionary message underscores the competitive nature of the upcoming Test series between Pakistan and England. While Stokes' absence will undoubtedly be a blow to England, Pope's recent form and the team's overall strength suggest that they remain a formidable opponent. The first Test match in Multan promises to set the stage for an enthralling series between two evenly matched teams.
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