Pakistan has announced its white-ball squads for tours of Australia and Zimbabwe, featuring a blend of experienced players and debutants. Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi will join the Australia tour, while several young talents will participate in the Zimbabwe tour that follows. The Australia tour includes three ODIs (November 4-10) and three T20Is (November 14-18), while the Zimbabwe series takes place from November 24 to December 5.
The Pakistan cricket team has announced its squads for upcoming white-ball tours in Australia and Zimbabwe, yet to designate a captain for the one-day internationals and Twenty20 matches. Notably, experienced players Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Naseem Shah will be participating in the Australia tour, having been rested for recent Tests against England. However, these players will not join the squad for the subsequent Zimbabwe tour. Mohammad Rizwan is set to play in both the Australian ODIs and Zimbabwe ODIs but will not partake in the T20 matches. The squad for Australia includes three debutants: Kamran Ghulam, Omair Bin Yousuf, and Sufyan Moqim, alongside six other players making their ODI squad debuts. Notable inclusions for the T20 format include Jahandad Khan and Salman Ali Agha. The Pakistan team will engage in three ODIs against Australia from November 4 to November 10, followed by three T20Is from November 14 to November 18. The ODI squad comprises Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah (as wicketkeeper), Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Rizwan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. The T20I squad includes Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Omair Bin Yousuf, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufyan Moqim, and Usman Khan. As for the Zimbabwe tour commencing on November 24, the Pakistan team will compete in three ODIs followed by three T20Is, concluding on December 5, with all matches scheduled to be held in Bulawayo. The ODI squad for Zimbabwe includes Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah (as wicketkeeper), Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Rizwan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Saim Ayub, Salman Ali Agha, Shahnawaz Dahani, and Tayyab Tahir. The T20I squad comprises Ahmed Daniyal, Arafat Minhas, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Hasnain, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Omair Bin Yousuf, Qasim Akram, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Sufyan Moqim, Tayyab Tahir, and Usman Khan.
The Pakistan national cricket team is gearing up for two significant white-ball series, with tours planned to Australia and Zimbabwe. These matches are an essential part of their cricketing calendar, serving both as preparation for upcoming international competitions and as an opportunity to assess new talent within the squad. The inclusion of young players and experienced campaigners highlights Pakistan’s strategy of blending youth with experience, aiming to bolster their standing in international cricket. The absence of a designated captain emphasizes a transitional phase for the team, while the imminent matches promise a platform for both established and emerging cricketers to showcase their skills.
In summary, Pakistan’s cricket fixtures against Australia and Zimbabwe will see a mix of seasoned players and debutants taking the field. The return of key players for the Australia tour is promising, while the Zimbabwe squad emphasizes a fresh approach, potentially reflecting a strategic vision for future competitions. These tours not only provide critical match practice but also serve as a vital opportunity for player evaluation and team development.
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