Pakistan appoints Salman Ali Agha as T20 captain for the New Zealand tour. The team will play a five-match T20 series starting March 16. Mohammad Rizwan continues as ODI captain, while Shaheen Afridi is absent from the ODI squad. The T20 squad includes several promising and experienced players.
The Pakistan Cricket Board has appointed Salman Ali Agha as the captain of the T20 cricket team for their upcoming tour of New Zealand, which includes a five-match T20 series. This decision comes in light of their recent performance at the ICC Champions Trophy, where they were eliminated early. Alongside the T20 side, the PCB has finalized the one-day international squad with Mohammad Rizwan retaining the captaincy for the 50-overs format.
In the T20 squad for New Zealand, notable players include Hassan Nawaz, Omair Yousuf, and Shaheen Shah Afridi, among others. The complete T20 squad features a mix of experience and young talent to compete effectively against New Zealand, starting on March 16. On the other hand, the ODI squad, also announced, notably excludes Shaheen Afridi but includes key players like Babar Azam and Imam-ul-Haq.
In summary, Salman Ali Agha’s appointment as T20 captain ahead of the New Zealand series marks a pivotal moment for the Pakistan cricket team. While Mohammad Rizwan continues to lead in ODIs, the absence of Shaheen Afridi highlights strategic team adjustments. As they prepare for the five T20 matches, the focus will be on leveraging both new talent and experienced players to enhance competitive performance.
Original Source: www.icc-cricket.com
