The Bangladesh cricket team, led by captain Najamul Hasan Shantoki, has arrived in Lahore ahead of their highly anticipated Test series against Pakistan. The team is set to begin their preparations with a training session at Gaddafi Stadium on August 14.

The squad for this crucial series includes key players such as Mahmoodul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Shadman Islam, Mominul Haque, Mushfiqul Rahim, Shakib Al Hasan, Laton Kamerdas, Mehdi Hasan Miraz, Tejul Islam, Naeem Hasan, Nahidrana, Sharaful Islam, Hasan Mahmood, Taskin Ahmed, and Syed Khalid Ahmed. These players are expected to bring their experience and skill to the field as Bangladesh seeks to challenge Pakistan on their home turf.

The series will kick off with the first Test match scheduled from August 21 to 25 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Following this, the teams will head to Karachi for the second Test, which will take place from August 30 to September 3.

Before heading to Islamabad on August 17, the Bangladeshi team will undergo three days of rigorous training at Gaddafi Stadium. The players will use this time to acclimatize to the local conditions and fine-tune their strategies for the upcoming matches.

The arrival of the Bangladesh team in Lahore marks the beginning of an exciting series that is expected to draw significant attention from cricket fans in both countries. With a blend of seasoned players and emerging talents, Bangladesh will be aiming to put up a strong fight against Pakistan in this crucial Test series.