Islamabad: Pakistan has revised its Test squad for the forthcoming two-match series against Sri Lanka, introducing four new players to the lineup. The additions, as confirmed by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), include pace-bowling all-rounder Aamer Jamal, fast bowler Ali Shabbir, batter Muhammad Tayyab Arif, and pacer Saqib Khan.

According to International Cricket Council, Tayyab, Ali, and Saqib have been given their first international call-ups after showcasing their skills in a recent Patron's XI practice match against Sri Lanka in Islamabad. Conversely, Ali Usman and Abdullah Fazal have been released from the squad initially announced for the series.

The updated lineup, led by captain Babar Azam, features a mix of seasoned and emerging talent. Aamer Jamal returns to the Test team with a solid track record in domestic cricket, highlighted by his performance in the President's Trophy Grade-I final. Muhammad Tayyab Arif joins the squad following a successful first-class season, while Ali Shabbir and Saqib Khan have made significant impressions with their bowling in local competitions.

The series will commence with the first Test at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on November 9, followed by the second Test in Lahore from November 17 to 21.