England Announces Playing XI for Third Test Against Pakistan

Updated At: 2024/10/22

The final showdown to the PAK vs ENG Test series, the 3rd Test, is scheduled to begin on 24th October between the two teams. The Pakistan vs England Test series is currently leveled with both teams winning the first fixture.

The best betting apps in India have uploaded the odds for the 3rd Test between Pakistan and England.

Before the start of the third Test, England announced their Playing XI in a bold step. After a disappointing result in the 2nd Test, England will be playing to bounce back and win the series with a win in the 3rd fixture.

England - Playing XI For the Third Test

Top Order

Zak Crawley

Ben Duckett

Ollie Pope

Middle Order

Joe Root

Harry Brook

Ben Stokes ©

Jamie Smith

Bowling Unit

Gus Atkinson

Rehan Ahmed

Jack Leach

Shoaib Bashir

There are two major changes in the playing XI as compared to the 2nd Test. England’s batting lineup remains the same but considering the pitch condition at Rawalpindi, England has called Gus Atkinson and spinner Rehan Ahmed.

The two bowlers will replace Brydon Carse and Matthew Potts. Rehan Ahmed will give a major boost to the team in their spin department.

It is a surprise move by the management as Matthew Potts and Brydon Carse were the primary wicket-takers in the 2nd Test. However, the decision came considering Rawalpindi’s pitch support towards spin bowling.

Pakistan cricket team stunned the visitors with their spin attack in the 2nd Test. England now plans to take revenge by using the same strategy and dominate the fixture by boosting their spin attack.

Pakistan vs England 3rd Test - Key Players for England

1) Harry Brook

Harry Brook tops the charts in the ongoing series against Pakistan with his run-scoring ability. He is the leading run-scorer in the series as of now and England will be dependent on him to play a crucial role in the middle order.

Harry Brook Stats for PAK vs ENG Test Series

	Matches	Runs	Average
Harry Brook	3	342	114

2) Jack Leach

England will be hoping that their plan to use spin bowling as their weapon of destruction will work in favour of the team. Jack Leach will play a primary role for the team in the 3rd Test. He is currently the leading wicket-taker in the series and Leach would like to continue the momentum.

Jack Leach Stats for PAK vs ENG Test Series

	Matches	Wickets	Average
Jack Leach	3	14	26.50

3) Joe Root

Joe Root is a name synonym with masterclass for England in the Test format. He has been a dominant figure for England in 2024 and will be expected to score a big number in the 3rd Test. Root is currently the 2nd highest scorer in the series.

Joe Root Stats for PAK vs ENG Test Series