Pakistan have released two players, reducing their Test squad for the upcoming two-match series against South Africa.
According to reports, fast bowler Aamir Jamal and spinner Faisal Akram have been released from the squad, bringing the total number of players down from 18 to 16.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had earlier announced the squad for the ICC World Test Championship 2023–25 series against South Africa.
The first Test will take place at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium from October 12 to 16, while the second Test is scheduled at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from Oct 20 to 24.
South Africa are the defending champions of the ICC World Test Championship 2023–25 cycle.