The Pakistan vs England Test 2024 series kicks off on Monday, October 7, marking an exciting chapter in the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-25. This much-anticipated three-match series features two of cricket’s prominent teams, both looking to make their mark in the current WTC cycle. Let’s dive into the full schedule, team squads, and where you can watch this thrilling Test series live.
Series Overview
The Pakistan vs England Test series will be hosted across two iconic venues in Pakistan: Multan Cricket Stadium and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The first two Tests are set to be played in Multan, with the final match scheduled for Rawalpindi.
Pakistan vs England Test 2024: Key Details
- Start Date: Monday, October 7, 2024
- Total Matches: 3 Test Matches
- Venues: Multan Cricket Stadium and Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
- Part of: ICC World Test Championship 2023-25
Pakistan’s World Test Championship Journey
Currently ranked eighth in the ICC men’s Test team rankings, Pakistan has had a challenging journey in the WTC 2023-25 cycle. After playing seven Tests, Pakistan has only managed to secure two wins while suffering five defeats. Their points percentage stands at 19.05%, placing them far behind the leading teams in the standings. They have seven more Tests, including this series, to improve their ranking in the championship.
England’s Test Team Returns to Pakistan
England, who won the previous Test series in Pakistan 3-0 in December 2022, are coming back stronger. They’ve added star players like captain Ben Stokes and opener Zak Crawley to their lineup, both returning after missing the Sri Lanka series due to injuries. England currently holds the edge in the head-to-head record, with 29 wins out of the 89 Tests played against Pakistan.
Pakistan vs England Test 2024: Schedule
Here’s a look at the schedule for the upcoming matches:
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (IST) |
| Monday, October 7 – Friday, October 11 | Pakistan vs England, 1st Test | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan | 10:30 AM |
| Tuesday, October 15 – Saturday, October 19 | Pakistan vs England, 2nd Test | Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan | 10:30 AM |
| Thursday, October 24 – Monday, October 28 | Pakistan vs England, 3rd Test | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | 10:30 AM |
Pakistan’s Squad for the First Test
Pakistan has named a 15-member squad for the first Test in Multan, led by captain Shan Masood. Key players include Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan. Kamran Ghulam and Mohammad Ali have been dropped from the squad that lost 0-2 to Bangladesh.
Pakistan Test Squad for First Test:
- Shan Masood (captain)
- Saud Shakeel (vice-captain)
- Aamer Jamal
- Abdullah Shafique
- Abrar Ahmed
- Babar Azam
- Mir Hamza
- Mohammad Huraira
- Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper)
- Naseem Shah
- Noman Ali
- Saim Ayub
- Salman Ali Agha
- Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper)
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
England’s Test Squad
England, under the leadership of Ben Stokes, has also announced a formidable 17-member squad. With key players like Zak Crawley and Josh Hull, England looks well-prepared for their Pakistan tour. Spin specialists Rehan Ahmed and Jack Leach, both recovering from injuries, are also back to strengthen England’s bowling attack.
England Test Squad:
- Ben Stokes (captain)
- Rehan Ahmed
- Gus Atkinson
- Shoaib Bashir
- Harry Brook
- Brydon Carse
- Jordan Cox (wicket-keeper)
- Zak Crawley
- Ben Duckett
- Josh Hull
- Jack Leach
- Ollie Pope
- Matthew Potts
- Joe Root
- Jamie Smith (wicket-keeper)
- Olly Stone
- Chris Woakes
Where to Watch Pakistan vs England Test 2024 in India
Fans in India can catch the live action of the Pakistan vs England Test 2024 series through the FanCode app and website, which will provide live streaming of all three matches. Unfortunately, no Indian television channel will telecast the series.
For viewers in Pakistan, the series will be broadcast live on A-Sports, Ten Sports, and PTV Sports. Fans can also stream the matches on Tamasha and Tapmad platforms.
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports will be broadcasting the matches live, with BBC Sport (UK) providing radio commentary.
Conclusion
The Pakistan vs England Test 2024 series promises to be an exhilarating battle between two great cricketing nations. With both teams having something to prove in the ICC World Test Championship, fans are in for a treat. Make sure to tune in to the FanCode app in India to catch every moment of this gripping series!
