Pakistan squad holds scenario-based practice ahead of Sri Lanka tour

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan Test squad for the forthcoming tour of Sri Lanka, participated in a scenario-based two-day practice match to race up the preparations, here at Pindi Stadium on Monday.

The 17-member contingent splitter into two sides as the players raced up the preparations for the upcoming away Test series against Sri Lanka.

The scenario-based practice match will feature 90 overs each day and the players will be given a target by the coaches to train the players to perform according to the requirement.

Pakistan’s opening pair of Abdullah Shafique and Imam-ul-Haq opened the innings for their side while the pace duo of Shaheen Shah Afridi and Hasan Ali led the bowling attack.

The left-handed batter Fawad Alam, on the other hand, has also joined the squad and took part in the match.

It is pertinent to mention here that Pakistan will tour Sri Lanka to play a two-match Test series, scheduled from July 16 to July 28.

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