Cricket Australia has invited former Pakistan captains Zaheer Abbas, Wasim Akram and Waqar Younis to mark Test cricket’s 150th anniversary, with Australia and England set to meet in a commemorative match in Melbourne next year.
Melbourne to host anniversary Test
The match will take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from March 11 to 15. Cricket Australia is also arranging events around the Test and inviting guests from across the world to watch it.
Former captains among international invitees
The three Pakistani invitees are:
- Zaheer Abbas
- Wasim Akram
- Waqar Younis
According to sources cited in the report, former captains and prominent players from other countries have also received invitations. Former and elderly Australian and English cricketers will attend the celebrations as well.
Alongside the anniversary events, Cricket Australia will present specially produced souvenirs to commemorate the occasion.
