In the first Test match between Pakistan and Bangladesh, Pakistan's captain Shan Masood won the toss and opted to bowl first on a warm morning. The decision comes as the pitch displayed some greenery, favoring fast bowlers. With Babar Azam sidelined due to knee pain, Pakistan introduced two debutants: Azan Awais and Abdullah Fazal. The team consists of three seamers: Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hasan Ali, and Mohammad Abbas. Bangladesh, led by Najmul Hossain Shanto, also fields three quicks, including Taskin Ahmed, who returns to Test cricket after a lengthy absence. This encounter follows Bangladesh's 2-0 series victory over Pakistan in August 2024, making it a crucial matchup as both teams look to make their mark in the World Test Championship cycle.