Pakistan Announce Strong Squad, Salman Ali Agha Named Captain
By Sports Desk | Chatzyr
Pakistan have announced a balanced and power-packed squad for their upcoming international assignment, naming Salman Ali Agha as captain while retaining core senior players including Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, and Naseem Shah.
The squad blends experience with emerging talent, reflecting the selectors’ intent to maintain stability while expanding bench strength ahead of a demanding cricket calendar.
Alongside Agha, the batting unit features Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Usman Khan, and Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, offering depth across formats. The bowling attack remains formidable with Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Abrar Ahmed, and Mohammad Salman Mirza, supported by all-round options Faheem Ashraf and Mohammad Nawaz.
The inclusion of Usman Tariq adds further variety, while the leadership group of Babar and Shadab provides continuity and on-field experience.
The squad was named by the Pakistan Cricket Board selection committee through an official announcement, underlining confidence in a mix of proven performers and players pushing for long-term roles.
Why it matters now:
With a packed international schedule approaching, squad clarity and leadership structure are critical as Pakistan look to stay competitive across conditions and formats.
Full Squad:
Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Shadab Khan, Usman Khan, Usman Tariq.
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