Stokes to have scan on hamstring injury before Pakistan tour

Ben Stokes will have a scan on his hamstring injury next week with the England captain in a race to be fit for their first Test in Pakistan.

Stokes sustained the injury at the start of August and was subsequently absent from the series win over Sri Lanka.

The 33-year-old revealed earlier this month he was being cautious with his recovery rather than risking further damage with a premature return.

As well as netting throughout his recovery, Stokes has also featured in this week's Celebrity Pro-Am at the PGA Championship in Wentworth.

Despite the issue, he has been named as captain of England's 17-man squad, which is due to depart on October 1 before beginning the three-match series six days later.

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