Pakistan have struggled in Test cricket this year, losing six of their seven matches. They suffered a 3-0 defeat in England, while their two-match series against the West Indies ended in a 1-1 draw. The team ranks ninth in the ICC Test rankings and sits ninth in the World Test Championship standings.
"The Pakistani think tank has agreed to prepare lively pitches for home Test series in an effort to end the team's struggles overseas. Mike Hesson has instructed ground staff to prepare fast, pace-friendly pitches for both Test matches against Sri Lanka. The ground staff are working to ensure that the pitches offer assistance to fast bowlers," Saleem Khaliq wrote on X.
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The opening Test will be Pakistan's first red-ball match at home this year. The two-match series is part of the 2025–2027 ICC WTC cycle, with the first fixture scheduled at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium from November 9 to 13. The teams will then travel to Lahore for the second Test at the Gaddafi Stadium from November 17 to 21.
Mike Hesson Advises Babar Azam to Play Domestic Cricket to Regain Form
"Mike Hesson advised Babar Azam to participate in a domestic four-day match to regain his form, which is why he is currently featuring in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. Furthermore, the PCB's decision to make participation in domestic competitions mandatory has compelled star players to represent their respective departments and regions, even if they are reluctant to do so," Saleem Khaliq wrote on X.
Sarfaraz Ahmed's Sacking and Mike Hesson's Appointment
The PCB made major changes to its coaching staff during the England tour. Following the defeat at Lord's, the board sacked head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul. Misbah-ul-Haq also resigned from his roles as batting consultant and member of the selection committee.
Pakistan hold the advantage in their Test head-to-head record against Sri Lanka. Their most recent Test series meeting came in July 2023, when Pakistan won 2-0 in Sri Lanka. The teams also met in a three-match T20I series in October 2026, with Pakistan claiming a 2-1 victory.
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