England have the luxury of six specialist pacemen in their 14-man squad for this week's first Test against Pakistan at Old Trafford -- a welcome "headache" for captain Joe Root.

England pace aces create 'headache' for Root ahead of Pakistan Tests

Pakistan coach Misbah-ul-Haq has asked his side to get off to a winning start in their impending three-match Test series against England as the former skipper said that every player must be at their best “right from the word go.

Misbah-ul-Haq: Pakistan must be ready from word 'go' against England

Former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja is of the view that the Azhar Ali-led side is capable of defeating in England and will feel confident of their chances after witnessing the West Indies run past the hosts in the first Test of the ongoing three-match Test series.

Can Pakistan defeat England in the Test series? Ramiz Raja gives his take

With international cricket gearing up for resumption, England is set to host Pakistan for three Tests and as many T20Is in August and September following their home Test series against West Indies in July.

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