The picture instantly went viral, some cricket geeks commenting that Steven Smith has a plan to permanently settle in Pakistan.
Australia has landed in Pakistan for a three-match test and three matches T20i series. The players received a warm welcome from Pakistan people who were deprived of test cricket for more than 2 decades. They last played in Pakistan in 1998, where they won the three-Test series 1-0.
Since a devastating terror assault on the visiting Sri Lanka team’s bus in 2009, Pakistan has struggled to lure foreign teams. After a suicide bombing at a church in Lahore five years ago, Australia cancelled the visit.
Fox cricket has reported that more than 4,000 police personnel were employed for the infallible security of the visitors.
Australian players have a good following in Pakistan. In fact, they are admired in Pakistan. Being a cricket culture nation, Pakistan has brought forth passionate and friendly sight of cricket.
A wide attendance is expected to come in the fascinating stadiums of Pakistan. Fans have started to celebrate the coming back of test cricket to Pakistan.
The team has been given the head of state level security, according to news reported by AFP. Furthermore, Snipers will be stationed around the stadium, while local stores and offices have been ordered to close on match days, according to the interior ministry.
However, that doesn’t end the joy of cricket. Steve Smith posted a picture to the whole team upon the arrival of the team in Pakistan. All of the players are having a decent time in Pakistan, pairing with their mates and having tea.
Knowing the importance of spin, Fawad Ahmed has been called for guidance. Fawad Ahmed will assist Australia in preparing for their historic series in the never played before environment.
The three spin choices are: Mitchell Swepson, Nathon Lyon and Aston Agar. Also, there is some speculation that Australia is likely to advance with Agar or Lyon.