India, May 8 -- The Tests are finally here. Shan Masood-led Pakistan are all set to take on Bangladesh in a two-match series beginning Friday. Both Pakistan and Bangladesh have a lot to do if they are to have any chance of reaching the World Test Championship (WTC) final. The Green Shirts are fifth in the WTC standings while Bangladesh are eighth. Pakistan last toured Bangladesh for a two-match series in November-December 2021, winning the series 2-0.

The two Asian giants have played 15 Tests against each other, with Pakistan winning 12, Bangladesh winning 2, and 1 match ending in a draw. However, on the eve of the first Test, the visiting Pakistan were dealt a body blow as Babar Azam was ruled out of the opening game. "Pakistan batter B...