Pakistan’s cricket team is gearing up for a crucial two-match Test series against Bangladesh, set to kick off on August 21 in Rawalpindi. As part of the ongoing ICC World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, this series offers several Pakistani players the opportunity to etch their names into the record books.

Leading the charge is fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi, who is on the brink of a major milestone. Shaheen needs just nine more wickets to become the first Pakistani bowler to reach 100 wickets in the WTC. With 91 wickets from 24 Test matches, Shaheen is poised to join the ranks of the world’s elite bowlers in this prestigious competition.

Alongside Shaheen, Pakistan’s Test captain Shan Masood and vice-captain Saud Shakeel are also closing in on significant batting milestones. Masood is just 15 runs away from reaching 1,000 runs in the WTC, having scored 985 runs in 18 matches. Shakeel, who has amassed 967 runs in just 10 Tests, is also on the cusp of joining the 1,000-run club.

The anticipation is building as Pakistan’s cricketing stars prepare to make history. The second Test of the series will be played at the National Stadium in Karachi on August 30, where fans will be eagerly watching to see if these milestones can be achieved.

As Pakistan continues its journey in the WTC, the upcoming matches against Bangladesh will be crucial, not just for securing points but also for the players to cement their legacy in the annals of cricket history.