  
Former Pakistan captain Shan Masood is facing a race against time to secure his fitness and availability ahead of the upcoming Test series against Sri Lanka.
Masood faces mounting uncertainty over whether he will be ready in time for the red-ball fixtures, presenting selection questions for team management as preparations for the bilateral series take shape.
Key Developments
- Former Pakistan captain Shan Masood is working against a tight deadline to be ready for the Test matches against Sri Lanka.
- Masood’s availability remains uncertain ahead of the upcoming series.
Updates on Masood’s status are anticipated as the squad finalizes preparations for the series against Sri Lanka.