This weekend, Perth will become a hub of cricketing activity as both the Australian and Pakistani teams descend upon the city to kick off their preparations for the highly anticipated Benaud Qadir Trophy.
Leading the charge for Australia will be the ever-reliable Pat Cummins. His team will convene in Perth tomorrow and dive straight into training on Sunday morning, meticulously preparing for the first Test. Following their session, head coach Andrew McDonald will address the media, providing valuable insights into their strategies and plans.
Meanwhile, the Pakistani squad will be making their journey from Canberra, arriving in Perth on Sunday. Their training sessions will begin in earnest on Monday morning, as they too gear up for the upcoming series. A designated Pakistani player will be available to answer media questions after their practice session.
Adding to the excitement, both teams will join forces on Monday for the official Test series launch at West Hill. This event promises an engaging spectacle, with player appearances scheduled for 10:00 AM.
On December 12th, cricket fans will have the exclusive opportunity to hear from Australian batting icon Steve Smith, who will address the media at Perth Stadium ahead of their practice session. Simultaneously, the Pakistani team will be honing their skills in their own training session during the afternoon.
The captains, Pat Cummins and Shan Masood, will take center stage on Wednesday, December 13th. They will participate in the Benaud Qadir Trophy shoot at Perth Stadium, followed by a joint press conference where they will share their thoughts and expectations for the series.
Finally, on December 14th, the moment we’ve all been waiting for arrives. The first ball of the much-anticipated West Test will be bowled at 10:20 AM local time at Perth Stadium, marking the start of what promises to be a thrilling contest between two cricketing powerhouses.
With talented players and determined captains on both sides, the Benaud Qadir Trophy is sure to deliver an unforgettable spectacle for cricket fans all over the world. Stay tuned for further updates as the teams prepare for their clash in Perth this weekend!
