"Onward to Australia: Shan Masood-Led Squad Sets Sail for a Cricket Odyssey"

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 The anticipation is palpable as the Pakistan cricket squad, led by Test captain Shan Masood, set off for Australia to engage in a series of three Test matches. The departure marks a pivotal moment for the Men in Green as they aim to rewrite history on foreign soil.



The 18-member squad, accompanied by a 17-member management team, will undertake their journey to Sydney via Dubai, kicking off their campaign with a practice match against Australia Prime Minister’s XI scheduled for December 6 in Canberra.


New Additions to the Coaching Brigade: Noteworthy additions to the coaching staff include newly appointed batting coach Adam Hollioake and high-performance coach Simon Grant Helmot, both of whom will join the team in Australia. Their expertise and guidance are expected to bolster the squad's performance during the challenging tour.

Training Kick-off in Canberra: Upon arrival, the squad will delve into rigorous training sessions in Canberra, commencing on Sunday at 10 am local time, as they prepare to face the formidable Australian side.

Test Match Schedule: The series is set to unfold with the first Test match in Perth from December 14 to 18, followed by the second match in Melbourne starting on December 26. The final showdown will take place in Sydney, hosting the last game of the tour from January 3, 2024.

Captain's Assurance on Team Composition: In a recent press conference, Test captain Shan Masood assured fans that the team's star batter, Babar Azam, will hold a pivotal position in the playing XI, with the entire team built around him. Emphasizing a settled Test team, Masood hinted at maintaining the opening pair of Abdullah Shafique and Imam Ul Haq, while he himself will bat at number 3.

Masood highlighted the inclusion of Saim Ayub, Khurram Shehzad, and Mir Hamza based on their stellar domestic performances. On the subject of player availability, particularly Haris Rauf, Masood acknowledged the influence of player discretion in squad composition.

Intent to Win: The skipper asserted that while minimal changes are expected in the settled team, the squad travels to Australia with a resolute intent to win, a sentiment that will undoubtedly be reflected in their on-field performances.

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