PCB will conduct fitness tests for four players before second Test against England

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has decided to conduct fitness tests for four national team players ahead of the second Test match against England, set to begin in Multan on October 15.

According to sources, Kamran Ghulam, Zahid Mahmood, Imam-ul-Haq, and Nauman Ali have been summoned to Multan for these fitness evaluations, which are expected to take place today.

Prior to the series opener, Nauman and Zahid were released from the squad for the first Test due to their inability to meet the required fitness standards.

Additionally, sources reveal that spinner Abrar Ahmed, who has been ruled out of the second Test, remains under medical care in a hospital.

It is worth noting that England defeated Pakistan by an innings and 47 runs in the first Test at Multan. Pakistan, starting at 152/6, were bowled out for 220, with Salman Ali Agha top-scoring (63). Jack Leach took 4 wickets for England, while Aamir Jamal remained unbeaten on 55.

The second Test is crucial for Pakistan, as they aim to bounce back after a defeat in the first Test, which has given England a 1-0 lead in the series.