Pakistan Announces Squad for T20 Series Against New Zealand
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has revealed the squad for the upcoming T20 series against New Zealand, bringing excitement to cricket fans worldwide. The series will feature five intense matches and is scheduled to take place from April 18 to 27. The matches will be hosted in Rawalpindi and Lahore, promising thrilling cricketing action.
Babar Azam to Lead Once Again
Star batsman Babar Azam will resume his role as the captain of the Pakistani team for the T20 series against New Zealand. This series marks Babar’s return to captaincy after stepping down following the ODI World Cup. With Shaheen Shah Afridi’s recent struggles, Babar Azam has been entrusted with leading the team once more, making this series his first stint as captain since his return.
Inclusion of New Faces
Pakistan’s squad sees the inclusion of two new faces, adding fresh talent to the team. Uncapped players Mohammad Irfan and explosive batsman Usman Khan have been named in the squad, injecting vigor and potential into Pakistan’s lineup. Their inclusion reflects Pakistan’s commitment to nurturing young talent and building a formidable team for the future.
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Mohammad Amir’s Remarkable Comeback
One of the most notable developments is the comeback of Mohammad Amir to the international cricket scene. Amir, who recently reversed his decision to retire from international cricket, expressed his desire to represent Pakistan again. His selection marks his return after a gap of four years, with his last T20 appearance for Pakistan dating back to August 2020. Amir’s return adds experience and skill to Pakistan’s bowling lineup, boosting their chances in the upcoming series.
T20 Series Schedule
1st Match – 18th April 2nd Match – 20th April 3rd Match – 21st April 4th Match – 25th April 5th Match 27th April
Pakistan squad for T20 series against New Zealand:
Babar Azam (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Amir, Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Usama Mir, Usman Khan and Zaman Khan.
Reserve players: Hasibullah Khan, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr., Sahibzada Farhan and Salman Ali Aga.
