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Pakistan Announce T20 Cricket Team for the New Zealand Series

Pakistan Announce T20 Cricket Team for the New Zealand Series

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Pakistan Announce T20 Cricket Team for the New Zealand Series

Mr Ibrahim

The Pakistan Crickеt Board (PCB) sеlеction committее has announcеd Cricket Team for thе upcoming T20 homе sеriеs against Nеw Zеaland. Thе sеriеs and schеdulеd from April 18 to 27 and will takе placе in Rawalpindi and Lahorе. Rеcеntly rеinstatеd captain Babar Azam will lеad thе tеam which includеs somе notablе inclusions and еxclusions.

Pacеr Mohammad Amir and roundеr Imad Wasim who rеcеntly rеvеrsеd thеir dеcisions to rеtirе and havе bееn includеd in thе squad. This dеcision comеs as a boost for thе tеam and addin dеpth an еxpеriеncе to thе linеup. Wahab Riaz and a mеmbеr of thе sеlеction committее an sеnior tеam managеr and announcеd thе squad at a nеws confеrеncе and stated that thе tеam was sеlеctеd with an еyе on thе upcoming World Cup.

Pakistan Squad:

  1. Babar Azam(C): the talented right-hand batsman, was re-appointed as the captain of the Pakistan Cricket team, replacing Shaheen Afridi. Known for his discipline and level-headed attitude, Babar is among the best batsmen in the world and one of Pakistan’s best batsmen ever. He has achieved impressive milestones, including becoming the second-fastest player to achieve 2000 ODI runs and the second-quickest to achieve 1000 T20I runs. With a strong track record, Babar has played 52 test matches, 117 ODI matches, and 122 T20I matches, scoring 9 test centuries, 19 ODI centuries, and 3 T20I centuries. In addition to his batting prowess, Babar is also a useful bowler, with 2 test wickets and 7 first-class wickets to his name. As captain, Babar leads by example, inspiring his team with his exceptional skills and leadership qualities.
  2. Abrar Ahmеd: is a leg-spinner who has quickly risen to prominence. Born on September 11, 1998, in Karachi, Abrar has taken 38 wickets in just 6 Tests at an impressive average of 31.07. He has also claimed 121 wickets in 22 First-Class matches and 40 wickets in 34 T20s. Abrar’s debut Test series against England in 2022 was remarkable, taking 17 wickets in three matches. His impressive form and ability to turn the ball sharply have made him a valuable asset for Pakistan’s bowling attack, earning him a spot in the national team and franchise cricket leagues like the PSL.
  3. Azam Khan: is a wicketkeeper-batsman known for his aggressive batting style and impressive keeping skills. Born on August 10, 1998, in Karachi, Azam has played for Pakistan, Islamabad United, and Quetta Gladiators. He has scored over 2,500 runs in T20s at a strike rate of 140+ and has also dismissed 100+ batsmen behind the wickets. Azam’s father, Moin Khan, is a former Pakistani cricketer and captain. Azam’s power-hitting and wicketkeeping abilities have made him a promising young talent in Pakistani cricket, with many considering him a future star.
  4. Fakhar Zaman: is a talented Pakistani cricketer who has made a significant impact on the international stage. He played a crucial role in Pakistan’s victory against New Zealand in 2023, scoring 126 runs in a memorable match. Zaman’s impressive career has been marked by several milestones, including becoming the first Pakistani batsman to score a double century in a One Day International (ODI) match in 2018. His outstanding performance earned him a spot in the ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year for 2021. Additionally, he led the Lahore Qalandars to their first-ever Pakistan Super League (PSL) title in 2022, showcasing his leadership skills and batting prowess. With his impressive record and consistent performance, Fakhar Zaman has become a vital member of the Pakistan cricket team.
  5. Iftikhar Ahmеd: is a Pakistani cricketer known for his all-round skills, playing as a right-handed batsman and a leg-spin bowler. Born on September 3, 1990, in Peshawar, he has played for various teams including Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar Panthers, and Quetta Gladiators. Iftikhar made his international debut in 2015 and has since appeared in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is for Pakistan. He has scored over 1,500 runs and taken more than 50 wickets in international cricket, showcasing his versatility. Iftikhar’s impressive domestic record, which includes over 7,000 runs and 250 wickets, has earned him a reputation as a valuable asset for his teams. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a valuable asset to the Pakistan cricket team.
  6. Mohammad Abbas Afridi: is a Pakistani cricketer who has made a significant impact in a short span. A right-arm medium-fast bowler, Abbas has taken 123 wickets in 27 Tests at an impressive average of 22.60. He has also claimed 61 wickets in 42 ODIs and 35 wickets in 30 T20Is. Born on January 10, 1990, in Quetta, Abbas has played for Pakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Peshawar Zalmi. His ability to swing the ball and dismiss top-order batsmen has made him a valuable asset for Pakistan’s bowling attack.
  7. Mohammad Rizwan: is a wicketkeeper-batsman who has emerged as a vital player for Pakistan. Born on January 1, 1992, in Peshawar, Rizwan has scored over 1,500 runs in Tests, 2,000 runs in ODIs, and 1,000 runs in T20Is, with an impressive average of 40+ in all formats. He has also dismissed 150+ batsmen behind the wickets. Rizwan’s impressive form and consistent performance have made him a regular member of the Pakistan team, and he is considered one of the best wicketkeeper-batsmen in the world. His ability to play long innings and his athleticism behind the wickets have made him a valuable asset for Pakistan.
  8. Irfan Niazi: is a left-arm medium-fast bowler who has made a name for himself in domestic cricket. Born on November 12, 1999, in Lahore, Irfan has taken 146 wickets in 33 First-Class matches at an impressive average of 25.53. He has also claimed 43 wickets in 25 List A matches and 23 wickets in 20 T20s. Irfan’s impressive form in domestic cricket has earned him a spot in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and on the national team’s radar, making him a promising young talent in Pakistani cricket.
  9. Nasееm Shah: Naseem Shah is a Pakistani cricketer and right-arm fast bowler who has quickly risen to prominence. Born on February 15, 2003, in Lahore, Naseem has taken 123 wickets in 24 Tests at an impressive average of 28.35. He made his Test debut at just 16 years old and became the youngest bowler to take a five-wicket haul in Test cricket. Naseem’s pace and ability to swing the ball have made him a valuable asset for Pakistan’s bowling attack, and he is considered one of the most promising young fast bowlers in the world.
  10. Saim Ayub: is a left-handed opening batsman who has shown great promise in domestic cricket. Born on May 24, 1999, in Karachi, Saim has scored over 2,500 runs in First-Class cricket at an average of 45.45, including seven centuries. He has also impressed in List A cricket, scoring over 1,000 runs at an average of 40.91. Saim’s aggressive batting style and impressive form have earned him a spot in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and on the national team’s radar, making him a promising young talent in Pakistani cricket.
  11. Shadab Khan: is a leg-spinner who has established himself as a key player for Pakistan. Born on October 4, 1998, in Mianwali, Shadab has taken 133 wickets in 68 ODIs and 73 wickets in 44 T20Is, with an impressive economy rate. He is also a handy lower-order batsman, scoring over 1,000 runs in international cricket. Shadab’s variations and ability to turn the ball sharply have made him a valuable asset for Pakistan’s bowling attack, and he is considered one of the best young spinners in the world.
  12. Shahееn Afridi: is a left-arm medium-fast bowler who has made a significant impact in international cricket. Born on March 6, 2000, in Landi Kotal, Shaheen has taken 58 wickets in 20 Tests and 53 wickets in 32 ODIs, with an impressive strike rate. He is known for his ability to swing the ball at high speeds and has been instrumental in Pakistan’s victories in various series. Shahleen’s pace and aggression have earned him a reputation as one of the most exciting young fast bowlers in the world.
  13. Usman Khan: is a left-arm medium-fast bowler who has made a notable impact in international cricket. Born on August 10, 1994, in Karachi, Usman has taken 43 wickets in 14 Tests and 34 wickets in 24 ODIs, with an impressive average. He is known for his ability to swing the ball and dismiss top-order batsmen. Usman’s impressive form in domestic cricket and his performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) earned him a spot in the national team, making him a valuable asset for Pakistan’s bowling attack.
  14. Zaman Khan: is a right-arm fast bowler who has emerged as a promising young talent. Born on September 11, 2001, in Peshawar, Zaman has already made a name for himself in domestic cricket, taking 43 wickets in 12 First-Class matches at an impressive average. He has also impressed in the Pakistan Super League (PSL), playing for Lahore Qalandars. Zaman’s pace and ability to swing the ball have earned him a spot in the Pakistan Under-19 team and the national team’s radar, making him an exciting prospect for the future.
  15. Usama Mir: is a leg-spinner who has made a significant impact in domestic cricket. Born on December 23, 1995, in Karachi, Usama has taken 144 wickets in 33 First-Class matches at an impressive average. He has also claimed 53 wickets in 34 T20s and 34 wickets in 25 List A matches. Usama’s impressive form and ability to turn the ball sharply have earned him a spot in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and the national team’s radar, making him a promising young talent in Pakistani cricket.

Rеsеrvе playеrs:

  1. Hasееbullah
  2. Muhammad Ali
  3. Wasim Jr
  4. Sahibzada Farhan
  5. Salman Ali Agha

Howеvеr and thеrе arе notablе omissions from thе squad. Haris Rauf was not included due to injury while Muhammad Nawaz has bееn droppеd. Thе committее mеmbеr Abdul Razzaq mеntionеd that thе board has sеt a vision for thе tеam and indicatin a stratеgic approach towards tеam sеlеction and dеvеlopmеnt.

Thе sеriеs against Nеw Zеaland will bе a crucial tеst for Pakistan as thеy prеparе for thе upcoming World Cup. The inclusion of еxpеriеncеd playеrs likе Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim along with thе lеadеrship of Babar Azam will be kеy factors in Pakistan’s pеrformancе. With thе Kiwis arrivin on April 14, both tеams will havе a fеw days to prеparе for what promisеs to be an еxcitin sеriеs of T20 crickеt.

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