Ben Stokes Donation for Pakistan
Donating my match fees to the Pakistan Flood appeal, Ben Stokes: ENG vs PAK
England will continue to entertain in Pakistan: Brendon McCullum
Brendon McCullum insisted England will not deviate from the positive attacking cricket.
England due to start their test on Pakistan soil after 17 years on December 1, having played seven T20I matches in the country during September and October.
McCullum’s side are the second of the major cricketing nations to embark on a Test tour of Pakistan after a long absence on security grounds.
England will now look to emulate Australia’s success as they look to build on an impressive summer. Which made them win six out of seven Tests under the captaincy of Ben Stokes Also, head coach McCullum.
England will face Pakistan in three Tests, with matches in Multan and Karachi following the first clash in Rawalpindi
“This is obviously a great place to tour and it’s been starved of international cricket for a long period of time,” .
Hopefully everyone that does dial into this series, not just in Pakistan but around the world, sees that international cricket is back in Pakistan and we’ve got a product that’s worth watching – Brendon McCullum
“We understand how passionate people are here in Pakistan about this form of cricket and we understand the obligation that we have as an England side. and we are looking forward to coming over here and playing an entertaining style of cricket.
“Hopefully everyone that does dial into this series, not just in Pakistan but around the world. Sees that international cricket is back in Pakistan. However, while the tour may be something of a journey into the unknown for many of the team. McCullum insisted the side were excited by the prospect of playing at a stadium where England has never previously contested a test match.
The boys have already said they’re pretty excited about playing in front of a full house here. And it’s going to be a good atmosphere. That’s what we want from red-ball cricket all around the world is stadiums packed out and fans getting behind their local team.
McCullum confirmed that Mark Wood, who sustained an injury during England’s triumphant T20 World Cup campaign in Australia will not be available.
Meanwhile, England captain Stokes announced on Monday he would be donating his match fees from the series to the Pakistan flood appeal.
Ben Stokes Donation for Pakistan Flood Appeal
“To be back here after 17 years as a Test side is very exciting. There is a sense of responsibility amongst the playing and support group.
“The floods in Pakistan earlier this year was very sad to see. Also, has had a significant impact on the country and the people.
“The game has given me a lot in my life. Also, I feel it’s only right to give something back that goes far beyond cricket. I will be donating my match fees from this Test series to the Pakistan Flood appeal.
“Hopefully this donation can go towards the rebuilding of areas of Pakistan most affected by the flooding.
