Phillips’ Heroics Propel New Zealand to 330 Against Pakistan
For Pakistan, Shaheen led the bowling attack with three wickets, while Abrar picked up two and Rauf took one.
For Pakistan, Shaheen led the bowling attack with three wickets, while Abrar picked up two and Rauf took one.
Meanwhile, in Pakistan, physical ticket sales for the tournament began a day earlier across 108 designated centers in 26 cities.
The opening match, between Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi on February 19, will have tickets priced from Rs2,000.
Kamran Ghulam and Saud Shakeel saw out a few overs before bad light halted play, and stumps were called with the score at 109-3.
Ayub is set to miss up to six weeks of action, raising doubts about his availability for Pakistan’s ICC Champions Trophy squad.
Though the severity of the injury is still unclear, it poses a significant concern for Pakistan, who have a busy schedule ahead.
This marks the West Indies’ first Test series in Pakistan since their visit in November 2006, where they played three Test matches.
Keshav Maharaj, the spinner who withdrew from the first ODI against Pakistan due to a groin strain, has been named in the squad.