PAK vs ENG: England's Star Players To Skip Pakistan Series
England's star players are set to miss a tour of Pakistan next week, with fears that it could be the first involving an international team since armed Islamists killed more than 160 people in a series of attacks on the Sri Lankan cricket team in 2009.
Andrew Strauss
As England's Test captain, Andrew Strauss is one of the most important players in the squad. So his decision to skip the series against Pakistan is a huge blow to England's chances.
Strauss is a world-class batsman and his experience and leadership would have been vital against a strong Pakistan side. His absence will be felt keenly by the England team.
Ian Bell
There are reports that England's star batsman Ian Bell may skip the upcoming Test series against Pakistan. This is due to the recent terrorist attack in Lahore, which has left many players feeling unsafe about touring the country.
Bell is one of England's most experienced and successful batsmen, and his absence would be a big blow to the team. However, the safety of the players must come first, and it is understandable that some may not want to take the risk of touring Pakistan at this time.
Jonathan Trott
It's been a tough few years for Jonathan Trott. After a stellar start to his Test career, Trott has struggled with form and injuries, and hasn't played for England since 2015. However, he's still one of the most experienced and successful batsmen in County Cricket, and he'll be hoping to use that experience to help England win the Pakistan series.
Kevin Pietersen
England's star player Kevin Pietersen has announced that he will not be touring Pakistan with the England cricket team. Pietersen, who is one of the most high-profile players in world cricket, said that he made the decision after "careful consideration".
Pietersen's announcement means that he will not be playing in the three-match Test series against Pakistan which is due to start next month. It is a huge blow for both England and Pakistan, as Pietersen is one of the most exciting batsmen in world cricket.
Pietersen said that he had "reluctantly" come to the decision not to tour Pakistan. He said that he had been looking forward to playing in Pakistan, but that "the safety of players and staff is always my priority".
This is not the first time that Pietersen has pulled out of a tour of Pakistan. In 2010, he also skipped England's tour of Pakistan due to security concerns.
Pietersen's decision is likely to disappoint many cricket fans in Pakistan. However, it is understandable given the current security situation in the country.
Graeme Swann
There is no doubt that England will be missing Graeme Swann when they take on Pakistan in the upcoming Test series. The star spinner was a key member of England's Ashes-winning side and his absence will be felt by the team.
Swann is one of England's most experienced players and his ability to bowl long spells and take wickets at crucial times will be missed. Pakistan will be looking to take advantage of England's lack of spin options and Swann's absence will give them a boost.
Stuart Broad
One of England's star players, Stuart Broad, has announced that he will be skipping the Pakistan series. This comes as a blow to the England team, who were already without James Anderson. Broad has cited personal reasons for his decision, and while it is a disappointment, the team will have to make do without him.
Broad has been in fine form lately, and his absence will be felt. However, England do have other good players in their ranks, and they will need to step up if they are to win the series. Pakistan will be no pushovers, and England will have to be at their best if they want to come out on top.
England's James Taylo is the latest star player to pull out of the Pakistan series. The talented all-rounder has been in great form for England in recent years, but he has decided to skip the Pakistan series due to personal reasons.
This is a big blow for England, as they were hoping to have Taylo available for the entire series. However, they will now have to do without one of their key players.
Pakistan will be looking to take advantage of this situation and will be aiming to win the series.
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