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The first Test between England and Pakistan was going to be delayed after the tourists' squad was affected by an illness.
The players and coaches were told to rest at the hotel on Wednesday instead of going to training.
England is playing in Pakistan for the first time in 17 years.
It's not the worst thing if the game is not canceled.
The discussions between the Pakistan Cricket Board and England and Wales Cricket Board have included the postponement as a worst-case scenario if the tourists are not able to field a competitive side.
The PCB and the England and Wales Cricket Board are talking about the start of the first Test as some England players are down with an illness. The PCB is keeping an eye on the situation and will give more updates in the future.
There is a chance that the match will go ahead as planned.
It's a monumental tour and important series for so many reasons. It has been 17 years since we came to Pakistan to play a match. Is that the worst thing in the world?
We know how important this game is to the fans of Pakistan and we want to play it.
There are only three days between each of the three matches. It is thought that the gap between the first and second Test in Multan would be reduced if the first Test is delayed.
Half of the squad of 16 has been hit. An optional training session was held on Wednesday.
We don't believe it's related to food. "We're hoping it's just a 24 hour bug and everyone is ready to go tomorrow."
On Wednesday, he felt well enough to train with his teammates, including Zak, Harry, Pope, and Keaton. The head coach and the batting coach were present.
Ben Duckett has been recalled to play for the first time in six years after being named in the England team for the first Test.
Livingstone isn't thought to be one of the ill people.
Pope led the team in Stokes' absence in a warm-up game against the England Lions.
After 64 Tests in charge, Root stood down as England's leader.
"I don't think that's going to be the case," he said when asked if he would take the reins if he wasn't able to.
Popey did a good job in the warm-up game. It might be a better way for the group to move forward.
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