LAHORE: Bangladesh Acquire Mushtaq Ahmed as Spin-Bowling Coach for Pakistan Test Series
Bangladesh has hired former Pakistan leg-spinner Mushtaq Ahmed as their spin-bowling coach for the upcoming two-match Test series against Pakistan. Mushtaq emphasized the importance of spinners in Test cricket, stating that they play a crucial role in supporting fast bowlers and winning matches.
Unlike Bangladesh, Pakistan has only one specialist spinner, Abrar Ahmed, in their squad and no spin-bowling coach in their support staff. Mushtaq suggested that Pakistan should utilize local spin experts like Saqlain Mushtaq, Abdul Rehman, and Saeed Ajmal to assist their spinner
Pakistan’s leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed expressed Pakistan’s leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed expressed confidence in his abilities, stating that he aims to consistently bowl on line and length, regardless of the pitch conditions. Abrar has proven himself as an attacking bowler, taking seven wickets on debut against England in 2022.
The first Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be held in Rawalpindi from August 21. Bangladesh will assess the pitch conditions before making their final selection calls, while Pakistan will rely on their pace-heavy bowling line-up.
