The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled a 17-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025 and the T20I tri-series in the UAE. In a surprising move, senior players Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have been excluded from the squad. All-rounder Salman Ali Agha will lead the team, with Mohammad Haris named as the wicketkeeper.
Key Highlights:
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Captaincy: Salman Ali Agha has been appointed as the captain for both the Asia Cup and the T20I tri-series.
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Squad Composition: The squad includes a mix of experienced players and emerging talents, such as Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Fakhar Zaman, and Saim Ayub.
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Exclusions: Notably, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan have been left out, signaling a strategic shift by the PCB.
The Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to commence on September 9, with Pakistan's first match against Oman in Dubai. The team's performance in this tournament will be closely watched, especially in the high-stakes match against India on September 14.