Salman Ali Agha's Dual Role Readiness for Bangladesh Test

Salman Ali Agha expressed confidence in his dual role as a batsman and lone spinner for the opening Test against Bangladesh. The Pakistan selectors have sidelined specialist spinner Abrar Ahmed, opting for a four-pace attack. Salman dismissed rumors of team discord and praised the balanced Bangladesh squad.

Relishing the prospect of the opening Test against Bangladesh as the lone spinner, all-rounder Salman Ali Agha exuded confidence on Sunday about excelling in the dual role.

"I have experience playing as the lone spinner in Australia. When I bat, I'm a batsman; when I bowl, I'm a bowler," Salman told the media.

The selectors sidelined specialist spinner Abrar Ahmed, naming Salman to bat at number seven and as the sole spinner, opting for a four-pace attack considering the pitch conditions.

Salman stated his readiness for the challenging role, noting his familiarity with pace-friendly pitches from domestic cricket.

At 30, Salman boasts notable stats with two centuries, six fifties, and 12 wickets in 12 Tests, maintaining a healthy 42 average.

He dispelled social media rumors about team discord and acknowledged the balanced and skilled Bangladeshi squad awaiting them.

(With inputs from agencies.)