England captain Ben Stokes is set to undergo a scan next week for his hamstring injury, which has sidelined him since early August. Despite missing the recent series against Sri Lanka, he has been actively training and participated in a celebrity golf event. The scan is a routine check on his recovery ahead of the first Test against Pakistan on October 7. Stokes has emphasized the importance of a careful return, stating he would prefer to take extra time to avoid further injury. He remains included in the squad for the tour, with Ollie Pope ready to step in as captain if needed. There is ongoing uncertainty regarding the venues for the Test series due to construction work in Karachi, with potential matches being relocated to Multan or Rawalpindi.