PAK vs BAN, Test 2: Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium Pitch Report, Rawalpindi Weather Report, Head Score | Pakistan vs Bangladesh 2024

Second test in between Pakistan and Bangladesh set to begin on Friday (August 30) at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh have taken a 1-0 lead in the series.

Pakistan face a significant challenge to avoid defeat in the home series

Under the brilliant captain of Najmul Hossain ShantoBangladesh played very well in the first Test, winning a a decisive ten-wicket victory. This result put them in a good position to defend the series and make history. The upcoming match represents a crucial opportunity for Bangladesh to show dominance and win the series, an achievement that will mark a milestone for the team. For Pakistan, things are high as they face a must-win situation to avoid the embarrassment of losing the home Test series to Bangladesh.

Test Statistics and Records of Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi:

• Absolute equivalent: 14
• Matches won by hitting first: 3
• Matches won by bowling first: 7
• Average 1st innings Score: 345
• Average 2nd innings Score: 413
• Average 3rd innings Score: 244
• Average 4th innings Score: 165
• Highest recorded total: 657/10 (101 Overs) by ENG vs PAK
• Lowest price on record:139/10 (41 Overs) by WI vs PAK
• High score chase: 220/8 (83.5 Overs) By SL vs PAK
• Low points secured: 187/10 (62.2 Overs) By ZIM vs PAK

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Rawalpindi Weather Report:

From Friday to Tuesday in Rawalpindi, the weather will be quite different. Friday will bring rain, temperatures ranging from 28°C to 22°C. On Saturday, expect mostly sunny skies, with temperatures reaching 34°C and dropping around 24°C. Sunday will be sunny, with temperatures rising to 36°C during the day and dropping to 26°C at night. Scattered thunderstorms are forecast for Monday, with temperatures fluctuating between 31°C and 23°C. Tuesday will see more scattered thunderstorms, with a high of 30°C and a low of 23°C.

Rawalpindi Pitch Report:

Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium is historically famous for its pitches which often benefit the batsmen. Historically, these fields have provided ideal batting conditions. However, the final features of the pitch for the upcoming Test match will depend on various factors, including its preparation and the prevailing weather conditions leading up to the match. Although the trends suggest that the pitch will be useful for batting, a clearer understanding of its nature will emerge as the game progresses.

Record of head to head between Pakistan and Bangladesh in test cricket:

• Matches Played: 14
• Pakistan Wins: 12
• Bangladesh Win: 1
• Draw Matches: 1
• Highest score of Pakistan vs Bangladesh: 628
• Pakistan’s lowest score against Bangladesh: 146
• Highest score of Bangladesh vs Pakistan: 565
• Bangladesh’s lowest score against Pakistan: 87

XI of both teams are likely to play

Pakistan: Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood (c), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel (vc), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Agha, Abrar Ahmed, Naseem Shah, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza.

Bangladesh: Litton Das, Zakir Hasan, Najmul Hossain Shanto (C), Mominul Haque, Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Khaled Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Taskin Ahmed, Taijul Islam.

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