Bangladesh Faces Pakistan in Test Series

Bangladesh is relying on all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan to deliver exceptional performances in the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan, starting Wednesday in Rawalpindi. Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto expressed confidence in Shakib's professionalism despite the political unrest in Bangladesh, which disrupted their preparations and caused the team to arrive in Pakistan early for additional training. Bangladesh's historical record against Pakistan is poor, with only one win in 13 Test matches, and they face a formidable pace attack led by Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah. Shanto is optimistic about his team's prospects, stating they have a balanced side and aim to achieve something special this time. The series marks the debut of Pakistan's new red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie. Both teams are currently positioned in the World Test Championship, with Pakistan ranked sixth and Bangladesh eighth.