Archive · 21 May 2025
Pakistan Squad Named for Bangladesh T20I Series
Pakistan's cricket team has announced a new squad for three upcoming T20 matches against Bangladesh.
Key players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi have been left out.
Salman Ali Agha will captain the team.
The matches will be played in Lahore.
The team selection considered player performances in the Pakistan Super League.
Former New Zealand coach Mike Hesson will manage the team.
Some players are returning after injuries, and a few new players have been added.
The series is expected to start around May 27.
Pakistan has announced a 16-member squad for a three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.
Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi were excluded from the squad.
Salman Ali Agha will continue as captain; Shadab Khan as vice-captain.
The series will be played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore.
Mike Hesson has been appointed as the head coach for white-ball cricket.
- Who
- The Pakistan and Bangladesh cricket teams.
- What
- Pakistan announced a squad for a T20I series against Bangladesh.
- When
- The series schedule is expected to be announced soon, and may begin around May 27.
- Where
- All matches will be held in Lahore.
- Why
- The squad was selected based on players' performances in the PSL.
- Number of Matches
- Three
- Match Venue
- Lahore
- Specific Stadium
- Gaddafi Stadium
- Captain
- Salman Ali Agha
- Head Coach
- Mike Hesson
- Likely Start Date
- May 27 (approximate)
