The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Wednesday a 16-player squad for the upcoming three-match T20 series against Bangladesh. Salman Ali Agha will continue as captain, with Shadab Khan appointed as vice-captain. This series will mark the international debut of Pakistan’s new head coach, Mike Hesson.
The squad selection follows the conclusion of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10 on May 25, with players picked based on their recent performances.
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Notably, key stars such as Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi have been excluded, reflecting a strategic emphasis on nurturing fresh talent for the future.
Pakistan’s 16-member T20 squad:
- Salman Ali Agha (captain)
- Shadab Khan (vice-captain)
- Abrar Ahmed
- Faheem Ashraf
- Fakhar Zaman
- Haris Rauf
- Hassan Ali
- Hassan Nawaz
- Hussain Talat
- Khushdil Shah
- Mohammad Haris (wicketkeeper)
- Mohammad Wasim Jr
- Mohammad Irfan Khan
- Naseem Shah
- Sahibzada Farhan (wicketkeeper)
- Saim Ayub
The PCB described the team as a balanced blend of experienced players and promising youngsters, aiming to build a strong squad for upcoming international challenges. The series will provide a vital platform for emerging players to prove themselves at the highest level.
All matches will take place at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, with the detailed schedule and match timings to be announced soon. Salman Ali Agha’s leadership will be tested as he leads the team again, following impressive performances in domestic cricket and the PSL.
The announcement has sparked enthusiasm among Pakistani cricket fans, who are eager to witness how this youthful squad fares against Bangladesh on home turf.
