Lahore: Pakistan cricket team on Monday left for Dubai to play a home series against England in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) starting from January 17.
The green shirts will play three Tests, four one-day internationals and three Twenty20 internationals during the series.
England team have already reached in United Arab Emirates to get familiar with the conditions in UAE.
Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq while talking to media at Airport said that Pakistan have a slight edge over England because of the home advantage. “We have played in the United Arab Emirates before so we have become used to the venues there.”
Pakistan skipper said his side will not be intimidated by England’s number one Test status when the two teams square off against each other in the upcoming series in UAE. “England deserve credit and respect for having attained the number one Test ranking but it does not mean we are going to be intimidated by their reputation,” Misbah said.
On the occasion, coach Mohsin Khan said that he was concentrate on England series and want a victory against the No. 1 team and not worrying about his coaching future amid speculations that Dav Whatmore will likely take over as the country’s head coach.
Dear TNT Reader,
At The News Tribe, our mission is to bring you free, independent, and unbiased news and content that keeps you informed and empowered. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism, as we understand that we are a platform for truth.
Apart from independent global news coverage, we also commit our unique focus on the Muslim world. In an age marked by the troubling rise of Islamophobia and widespread misrepresentation of Muslims in Western media, we strive to provide accurate and fair coverage.
But to continue doing so, we need your support. Even a small donation of 1$ can make a big difference. Your contribution will help us maintain the quality of our news and counteract the negative narratives that are so prevalent.
Please consider donating today to ensure we can keep delivering the news that matters. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world, and work towards a more inclusive, informed global society.
Donate Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription