Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi return as Pakistan field their squads for white-ball series against Australia

I Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced their squads for the upcoming limited-overs series Australiawill take place from November 3 to November 17, 2024.

ODI series schedule

The limited overs series between Pakistan and Australia will begin with the first ODI scheduled for November 4, 2024, at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. After that, the 2nd ODI will be held on November 8, 2024, at the Adelaide Oval, showcasing the teams’ strategies in a healthy cricketing environment. The ODI series concludes with the 3rd ODI on November 10, 2024, at the Perth Stadium, where both the teams will look to complete their qualifiers ahead of the T20I matches.

T20I series schedule

The action continues with the 1st T20I scheduled for 14 November 2024, at The Gabba in Brisbane, promising an exciting clash under floodlights. The 2nd T20I is scheduled for November 16, 2024, at the Sydney Cricket Ground, a venue known for its electrifying atmosphere and passionate support. Finally, the 3rd T20I will take place on November 18, 2024, at Bellerive Oval in Hobart, wrapping up the series with the final match.

Return of key players: Babar Azam and others

The series marks the much-anticipated return of several key players, including the former captain Babar Azamand top pacers Shaheen Afridi again And Seem Shah. Both Afridi and Naseem were rested during the last two matches against each other In Englandallowing them to recover and prepare for this important series. Their inclusion is very important, as they are among Pakistan’s most influential players, who can change the dynamics of a game with their batting and bowling. With ICC Champions Trophy 2025 on the horizon, their experience and skill will be useful in the team’s performance in Australia, especially in conditions that tend to favor the pace bowlers.

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A new face in the squad

In a strategic move aimed at rejuvenating the team and nurturing talent, PCB has introduced several new players who have shown promise in the domestic circuit. Kamran Ghulam, Omair Bin Yousuf again Sufyan Moqim are ready to make their international debuts, highlighting the selectors’ commitment to developing emerging talent. In addition, Jahandad Khan again Salman Ali Agha they were accepted for the first time in the T20I team.

The selection committee also chose to include a number of uncapped players in the ODI squad, too Aamir Jamal, Arafat Minhas, Faisal Akram, Haseebullah, Muhammad Irfan Khan again Saim Ayub receiving their first calling. The decision reflects the PCB’s strategy to provide opportunities to domestic players who have performed well in recent tournaments, thereby ensuring a pathway for talent to ascend to international cricket.

Strategizing ahead of the Champions Trophy

The PCB said that this selection is in line with their exchange policy and aims to give domestic players a platform to showcase their skills at the international level. This approach is especially important as the team prepares for the ICC Champions Trophy, where adaptability and a well-rounded squad are essential.

“This approach follows the selectors’ rotation policy and provides opportunities for domestic players, in line with the team’s strategies for the ICC Champions Trophy and beyond,” the PCB said in a press release

With key players like Babar, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Muhammad Irfan KhanWith Naseem and Afridi set to leave for Melbourne soon, the PCB is ensuring that the team is adequately prepared for the challenges ahead. White football coach Gary Kirsten he will also join the Australian squad, providing strategic insights and expertise that will be useful in refining the team’s tactics and performance throughout the series.

“Seven members of the ODI squad – Babar Azam, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Shah Afridi – will travel to Melbourne on Monday, 28 October, with the remaining ODI players leaving on Tuesday, 29 October . Pakistan’s white-ball coach, Gary Kirsten, will join the squad in Melbourne on 28 October,” the statement concluded.

Pakistan team in Australia ODIs

Aamir Jamal, Abdullah Shafique, Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Faisal Akram, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah (WK), Kamran Ghulam, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Ali Agha, Salman Ali Agha Shah Afridi

Pakistan team to play Australia T20Is

Arafat Minhas, Babar Azam, Haris Rauf, Haseebullah, Jahandad Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Muhammad Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Omair Bin Yousuf, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufyan, Sufyan Khan

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