Ben Stokes is set to make his return as captain of the England cricket team for the second Test against Pakistan in Multan. He will be joined by seam bowler Matthew Potts, who has also been recalled to the playing XI. The changes come as Chris Woakes and Gus Atkinson have been rested following England's impressive innings victory in the first Test of the series. Stokes' leadership and Potts' inclusion are expected to bolster the team's performance as they aim to continue their success against Pakistan.

England has decided to exclude batter Dan Lawrence from their squad for the upcoming tour of Pakistan. In his place, the team has included two uncapped players, Jordan Cox and Brydon Carse, in a 17-man lineup.