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Saud Shakeel shines on day two of Test scenario match

During the second day of this practice game, the Pakistani batters accumulated a total of 237-8 in 51.3 overs

Saud Shakeel shines on day two of Test scenario match PHOTO: PCB

The Pakistan cricket team's training camp, gearing up for the upcoming Australia Test tour, concluded a two-day scenario match at Pindi Stadium on Sunday.

During the second day of this practice game, the Pakistani batters accumulated a total of 237-8 in 51.3 overs. Saud Shakeel remained unbeaten at 81, leading the batting effort. Sarfaraz Ahmed made a valuable contribution with 43 runs, while Mohammad Rizwan added 25 to the team's total.

The bowlers also made their presence felt in the scenario match. Hasan Ali showcased his bowling prowess by taking 2 wickets for 24 runs, and Mir Hamza contributed with a wicket, returning figures of 1-48. This match provided a valuable opportunity for the players to fine-tune their skills and strategies ahead of the challenging Australia Test tour.

Pakistan squad for Australia Tests: Shan Masood (captain), Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Noman Ali, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Sarfaraz Ahmed (wk), Saud Shakeel and Shaheen Shah Afridi.