England cricket captain Ben Stokes has been selected for the second test against Pakistan in Multan after recovering from a torn hamstring.

England are preparing for the return of captain Ben Stokes for the second Test as Pakistan look to reuse the same pitch in a desperate attempt to boost their chances of levelling the series.Stokes bowled a full spell in the nets on Sunday and England expect him to return to lead the side in Tuesday’s second Test after missing the last four matches with a hamstring injury.

Returning England captain Ben Stokes has no qualms about Pakistan’s use of home advantage for this week’s second Test, after the hosts packed their side with spinners on a used pitch in Multan.