BRISBANE: Pakistan won the toss and chose to bat in the first cricket Test in hot and humid conditions at the Gabba in Brisbane on Thursday against the Kangaroos.
Pakistan omitted experienced paceman Mohammad Abbas in favour of the players who performed so well against Australia A.
Australia have recalled opener Joe Burns to partner with David Warner at the top of the order and middle-order batsman Travis Head.
“There´s a bit of grass on the pitch but it looks a good pitch to bat on, especially if you get through the new ball then there will be lots of runs in it,” Azhar said after winning the toss.
“We´re really excited to see Naseem play. It was very emotional this morning when he got his cap.
