The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed Salman Ali Agha as the captain for the T20 team heading to New Zealand for a five-match series. Mohammad Rizwan retains his captaincy for the ODI squad, which has notable absences including Shaheen Afridi. The tour starts on March 16.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced that Salman Ali Agha will lead the national T20 team on their upcoming tour of New Zealand, where they are set to participate in a five-match series. This decision comes amid a restructured team following Pakistan’s early elimination from the ICC Champions Trophy.
Additionally, the board has confirmed the one-day international (ODI) squad, with Mohammad Rizwan retaining his position as captain for the 50-over format. Notably absent from the ODI lineup is Shaheen Afridi, although he remains part of the T20 squad for the New Zealand tour.
The T20 series will commence on March 16, followed by three ODIs, providing players with an opportunity to recover and build strength following the challenges faced in the recent championship.
The T20 squad consists of the following players: Hassan Nawaz, Omair Yousuf, Mohammad Haris, Abdul Samad, Salman Ali Agha (captain), Irfan Niazi, Khushdil Shah, Shadab Khan, Abbas Afridi, Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Ali, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Sufiyaan Muqeem, Abrar Ahmed, and Usman Khan.
For the ODI series, the selected players are as follows: Mohammad Rizwan (captain), Salman Ali Agha, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Akif Javed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Imam-ul-Haq, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Irfan Niazi, Naseem Shah, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Tayyab Tahir.
This comprehensive selection is aimed at enhancing team performance and gaining valuable experience on international soil.
In conclusion, Pakistan’s cricketing efforts are set for a refreshed outlook with Salman Ali Agha taking the reins of the T20 lineup for their New Zealand tour, alongside a confirmed ODI squad led by Mohammad Rizwan. The teams aim to capitalize on this opportunity for improvement and experience in international competitions.
Original Source: www.icc-cricket.com
