Pakistan are all set to clash against Bangladesh in the first Test of the two-match series from August 21 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi. The PAK vs BAN 1st Test match will begin from 10:30 AM IST (Indian Standard Time) onwards. The Shan Masood-led side have an undefeatable record against the Bangladeshi team and have won 12 matches against them out of 13. On the other, Bangladesh have gone through some tough times in the past and it will look to defeat Pakistan for the first time in the red ball format. Pakistan vs Bangladesh Head-to-Head Record in Tests: Ahead of PAK vs BAN Test Series 2024, Here Are Results of Last 5 Encounters Between These Two Teams in Cricket's Longest Format.

Pakistan have been among the low-performing teams in the modern-day era and haven't performed well in international cricket. Pakistan suffered an early exit from the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and were defeated by low-ranked team USA. They also faced a lot of trouble in defeating Canada and Ireland. The Pakistani team will consists of top names such as Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shan Masood, Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi, who will certainly play an essential role in defeating Bangladesh. PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024: Pakistan Cricket Team Releases Abrar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam From Squad Against Bangladesh.

On the other hand, Bangladesh will be walking into the series with a young squad consisting of experienced players such as Mushfiqur Rahim and Shakib Al Hasan. Led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, they have the likes of Mustafizur Rahman and Taskin Ahmed who will strengthen their bowling lineup. Litton Das is a strong aspect of Bangladesh's batting lineup and he will look to give his best and play a big knock.

PAK vs BAN Head-to-Head Record in Test Matches

Pakistan and Bangladesh have taken on each other 13 times in Test cricket out of which, Pakistan have won 12 matches whereas one match has ended in a draw.

PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Key Players

Litton Das
Babar Azam
Najmul Hossain Shanto
Shan Masood
Naseem Shah
Mustafizur Rahman

PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Key Battles

The key battles in the PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 match will see Najmul Hossain Shanto taking on Shan Masood. Other than this battle, it will be interesting to see the battle between the batting lineup of Bangladeshi spinners and Pakistan batsmen.

PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Venue and Match Timing

Pakistan National Cricket Team vs Bangladesh National Cricket Team 3rd match in the two-match Test series will be played at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium in Rawalpindi on August 21 (Wednesday). The PAK vs BAN game has a scheduled start time of 10:30 AM IST (Indian Standard Time). For PAK vs BAN match viewing options scroll down.

PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Live Telecast and Online Streaming

As there is no broadcast partner of the series in India, hence, fans will not be able to enjoy the PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 on the TV Channels, but they can watch it online. According to PCB, the Pakistan vs Bangladesh 1st Test 2024 live streaming viewing option for the fans will be available on the Tamasha mobile app and website. However, the Tamasha app is yet to be available in India.

PAK vs BAN 1st Test 2024 Likely Playing XI

Pakistan National Cricket Team: Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Shan Masood (C), Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Agha Salman, Naseem Shah, Mir Hamza, Abrar Ahmed, Shaheen Afridi

Sri Lanka National Cricket Team: Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Zakir Hasan, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqur Rahim (wk), Shakib Al Hasan, Litton Das, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam,  Shoriful Islam, Hasan Mahmud

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