The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled Pakistan’s 15-member squad for the upcoming ODI series against Bangladesh.
The announcement brings major changes, including the exclusion of Babar Azam and Saim Ayub.
Fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi will continue to lead Pakistan in the 50-over format. The left-arm pacer retains the captaincy as the team prepares for the three-match ODI series in Dhaka.
The PCB has shown confidence in Shaheen’s leadership despite recent transitions within the squad.
Former captain Babar Azam has been left out of the ODI squad, marking one of the most significant decisions in the selection announcement. Young batter Saim Ayub has also been dropped.
The exclusions signal a potential shift in team strategy ahead of upcoming international commitments.
New inclusions
Several players have been included in the squad for the Bangladesh tour. These include Abdul Samad, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Faisal Akram, and Haris Rauf.
Hussain Talat, Moaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Rizwan, and Mohammad Wasim Junior are also part of the lineup.
Additionally, Shamil Hussain, Mohammad Ghazi Ghauri, Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan, and Salman Ali Agha have secured places in the squad.
Pakistan’s 15-member ODI squad
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Shaheen Shah Afridi (Captain)
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Abdul Samad
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Abrar Ahmed
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Faheem Ashraf
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Faisal Akram
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Haris Rauf
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Hussain Talat
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Maaz Sadaqat
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Mohammad Rizwan (Wicketkeeper)
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Mohammad Wasim Jnr
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Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (Wicketkeeper)
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Saad Masood
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Sahibzada Farhan
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Salman Ali Agha
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Shamyl Hussain
Series schedule in Dhaka
The three-match ODI series between Pakistan and Bangladesh will be held in Dhaka from March 11 to March 15.
The tour will serve as an important test for Pakistan’s revamped ODI side as they aim to build momentum in international cricket.
