How many spinners will Pakistan play against Bangladesh? Abrar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam called up to Test squad

Saurav Goyal

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With the second Test against Bangladesh fast approaching, Pakistan has bolstered their squad by recalling Abrar Ahmed and Kamran Ghulam.

The two players had initially been released but are now back to contribute in the upcoming match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, set to take place from August 30 to September 3.

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Will Abrar Ahmed play in the second test?

Abrar Ahmed, a leg-spinner renowned for his sharp turn and control on subcontinental pitches, is expected to play a crucial role as Pakistan reconsiders their spin options.

This decision comes after the team’s controversial choice to omit a spinner in the first Test—a move that PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi later admitted might have been a "possible mistake."

However, the situation has now shifted, and Abrar’s involvement in the second Test seems much more likely.

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His impressive performance in a four-day match against Bangladesh ‘A,’ where he took four wickets, further strengthens his case.

Aamir Jamal also joins the squad

In addition to Abrar and Kamran, Aamir Jamal has also been recalled to the squad. Jamal, a promising all-rounder, was previously released from the squad and has since been focusing on his fitness at the NCA. His availability for the second Test will be confirmed based on his fitness status.

Shaheen Shah Afridi, Pakistan’s leading fast bowler, has also rejoined the squad after being released at the end of the first Test.

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Pakistan squad: Shan Masood (captain), Saud Shakeel, Aamir Jamal (subject to fitness), Abrar Ahmed, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk) and Shaheen Shah Afridi

When does the next Test begin?

The second Test is set to commence on August 30, with Bangladesh aiming for their first-ever series win against Pakistan.

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