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Arab News
a day ago
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- Arab News
Pakistan cricket team leaves for Dhaka for upcoming Bangladesh T20I series
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's national men's cricket team has departed for Dhaka via Dubai to play a three-match T20 series against Bangladesh starting July 20, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced on Wednesday. The series will be played from July 20 to 24 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka and will take place just two months after Bangladesh toured Pakistan in May, where they were whitewashed 3–0. The team traveled to Bangladesh in two separate groups on July 15 and July 16, the board said. The first group comprised captain Salman Ali Agha, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Nawaz, Abrar Ahmed, Khushdil Shah, Faheem Ashraf and members of the support staff. 'The second group of the national squad has also departed from Karachi to Dhaka via Dubai,' the PCB said in a statement. This group comprised Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris, Sahibzada Farhan, Hasaan Nawaz, Sufyan Moqim, Hussain Talat, Ahmad Daniyal, Salman Mirza and members of the support staff. The series in Dhaka also offers an opportunity for newer players like Hassan Nawaz and spinner Moqim to gain international experience, while selectors continue testing bench strength ahead of the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup. The Sher-e-Bangla stadium is known for its spin-friendly conditions, which could suit bowlers like Ahmed and Mohammad Nawaz. The tour comes after Pakistan and Bangladesh agreed to mend bilateral ties last year, paving the way for renewed engagements between the two sides. Pakistan last toured Bangladesh in November 2021 when they also won a T20I series 3–0. Pakistan squad for Bangladesh T20Is: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, and Sufyan Moqim. Team Management: Naveed Akram Cheema (manager), Mike Hesson (head coach), Ashley Noffke (bowling coach), Muhammad Hanif Malik (batting coach), Shane McDermott (fielding coach), Cliffe Deacon (physiotherapist), Grant Luden (strength and conditioning coach), Talha Ejaz (analyst), Syed Naeem Ahmad (media manager), Irtaza Komail (security manager), Dr. Wajid Ali Rafai (doctor), and Muhammad Ehsan (masseur).
Express Tribune
7 days ago
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- Express Tribune
Raja praises return of Nawaz, Talat
As I have said before, this is a knee-jerk reaction says Ramiz Raja. photo: reuters Former Pakistan cricketer and PCB chairman Ramiz Raja has expressed delight over the return of two promising all-rounders to the national squad for the upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, set to begin on July 20 at the Shere-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Raja commended the selectors for their choices and showed satisfaction with the squad selection. "There have been two to three impressive comebacks - I'm especially happy about Mohammad Nawaz because he's a very dedicated cricketer," Raja said. "Similarly, I'm pleased with Hussain Talat's selection. There's a refinement in his game; he has definitely improved," he added. The 62-year-old also shared his thoughts on the inclusion of young pacer Salman Mirza, praising his bowling skills and temperament. "Salman Mirza has been included, and I like him because he has a quick arm action and has shown solid temperament. He's a good choice," he stated. It is pertinent to mention that the Pakistan Cricket Board on Tuesday announced a 15-member squad for the T20I series. All-rounder Agha Salman will continue to lead the side in the absence of key players. Vice-captain Shadab Khan and pacer Haris Rauf were not considered due to injuries. Shadab recently underwent successful surgery on his right shoulder in the United Kingdom to resolve a long-standing issue. Their absence paved the way for Mohammad Nawaz to return to the squad, while left-arm pacer Salman Mirza received his maiden national call-up after impressive performances in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) Season 10. Nawaz last played a T20I for Pakistan in January 2024 against New Zealand and has been out of the setup since. The Pakistan squad is set to arrive in Bangladesh on July 16. The three-match T20I series will take place on July 20, 22, and 24 in Dhaka. Pakistan squad for Bangladesh T20I series: Salman Ali Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza and Sufyan Moqim.
Arab News
08-07-2025
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- Arab News
Injured Rauf and Shadab to miss Pakistan's T20 series in Bangladesh
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf and allrounder Shadab Khan were injured and will miss the Twenty20 series in Bangladesh this month. Rauf injured a hamstring in Major League Cricket in the United States last week, and Shadab recently underwent shoulder surgery. Uncapped fast bowlers Ahmed Danial and Salman Mirza were picked in a 15-man squad on Tuesday to supplement Abbas Afridi and fast bowling allrounder Faheem Ashraf. Left-arm spinner Sufiyan Muqeem was also recalled after he was overlooked for the last home series against Bangladesh. Spin allrounder Mohammad Nawaz has also made his way back into the national squad since last appearing in January 2024 against New Zealand, after impressive performance in the Pakistan Super League. The three-match T20 series will be played in Mirpur from July 20-24. Pakistan: Salman Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Sufiyan Muqeem.
Yahoo
08-07-2025
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Injured Rauf and Shadab to miss Pakistan's T20 series in Bangladesh
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf and allrounder Shadab Khan were injured and will miss the Twenty20 series in Bangladesh this month. Rauf injured a hamstring in Major League Cricket in the United States last week, and Shadab recently underwent shoulder surgery. Advertisement Uncapped fast bowlers Ahmed Danial and Salman Mirza were picked in a 15-man squad on Tuesday to supplement Abbas Afridi and fast bowling allrounder Faheem Ashraf. Left-arm spinner Sufiyan Muqeem was also recalled after he was overlooked for the last home series against Bangladesh. Spin allrounder Mohammad Nawaz has also made his way back into the national squad since last appearing in January 2024 against New Zealand, after impressive performance in the Pakistan Super League. The three-match T20 series will be played in Mirpur from July 20-24. ___ Pakistan: Salman Agha (captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Sufiyan Muqeem. ___ AP cricket:
Express Tribune
23-06-2025
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- Express Tribune
More players join PCB Skills Camp
The PCB skills camp is in full swing at the National Cricket Academy and is a good initiative which will help the players to remain fit and prepared for international assignments. PHOTO: PCB Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Monday invited a second batch of players for the second phase of the Skills Development camp after the first phase, featuring 15 players, concluded here at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) on Saturday. The players invited in the second batch include Aamer Jamal, Ali Raza, Fakhar Zaman, Haider Ali, Hussain Talat, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay, Mehran Mumtaz, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Faiq, Mohammad Nawaz, Mubasir Khan, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Saud Shakeel, Shahid Aziz and Yasir Khan. According to the cricket board, the players participated in several fitness and fielding sessions from 6am to 8am, while skill-based sessions (net practice) were held from 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the Lahore City Cricket Association (LCCA) Ground and NCA from Monday to Thursday. They also engaged in match scenarios at the LCCA Ground on the final two days of the Skills Development camp. First batch of Pakistan players for Skills Development camp: Aamer Jamal, Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Babar Azam, Hasan Nawaz, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Naseem Shah, Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza and Sufiyan Moqim. Notably, a total of 47 players had been shortlisted to participate in the camp in three groups from June 16 to July 5 and following the conclusion of the first phase, the PCB has also announced the names of 15 players, set to partake in the second phase from June 23 to 28. Director High-Performance Aaqib Javed, in a statement released by the PCB, had shared that the players were invited to the camp after 'detailed discussions' with newly-appointed white-ball head coach Mike Hesson. Javed said that the camp would provide the 47 players with an opportunity to fine-tune their skills during a brief pause from competitive cricket. "We have invited 47 players to the 20-day skills camp at the National Cricket Academy following detailed discussions with white-ball head coach Mike Hesson," said Javed. "This is an invaluable opportunity for the players to take a brief pause from competitive cricket and focus on enhancing their fitness and refining key aspects of their game. With a busy international calendar ahead, this window allows us to provide targeted support to the players, so they can return better prepared for the challenges to come," he added. "There is a complete alignment between the coaching staff at the National Cricket Academy and the national men's team. We are working in close coordination to ensure that every initiative contributes to the long-term progress of Pakistan cricket," he concluded. Hasan Ali joins elite T20 club of Pak bowlers Pakistan fast bowler Hasan Ali has reached a significant milestone in T20 cricket, becoming the ninth Pakistani and 39th overall player to take 300 wickets in the shortest format. The 31-year-old achieved the feat while representing Birmingham Bears in the ongoing Men's Vitality Blast 2025. He reached the landmark in just 212 matches, highlighting his consistency and effectiveness in T20 cricket. With this achievement, Hasan has joined an elite group of Pakistani bowlers that includes Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Amir. In the ongoing Vitality Blast season, Hasan has been in solid form, picking up 12 wickets in six matches at an average of 17.33. However, his economy rate of 9.38 suggests there's room for improvement in containing runs. Former pacer Wahab Riaz leads the list for Pakistan with 413 wickets in 348 T20 matches. Meanwhile, Afghanistan's Rashid Khan leads the all-time T20 wicket-takers list with an impressive 643 wickets in 477 matches. Most T20 wickets by Pakistani bowlers: Wahab Riaz – 413 wickets, Sohail Tanvir – 389 wickets, Mohammad Amir – 384 wickets, Imad Wasim – 365 wickets, Shahid Afridi – 347 wickets, Shadab Khan – 345 wickets, Haris Rauf – 321 wickets, Shaheen Afridi – 310 wickets and Hasan Ali – 301 wickets.
