Pakistan Submits Initial 20-Player Squad for Upcoming ICC Champions Trophy
The selection committee has submitted Pakistan’s preliminary squad for the ICC Champions Trophy, which was sent to the ICC two days ago. Among the names on the list is promising opener Saim Ayub, who has been making waves with his recent performances.
The squad includes notable players such as captain Mohammad Rizwan, star batter Babar Azam, and rising talents like Tayyab Tahir and Irfan Khan Niazi. Other players named are Sufyan Muqeem, Mohammad Hasnain, Abdullah Shafiq, Naseem Shah, Usman Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abrar Ahmed, Kamran Ghulam, Salman Ali Agha, Imam-ul-Haq, Fakhar Zaman, Hasibullah, and Abbas Afridi.
While this preliminary list showcases a mix of experience and fresh talent, it’s not set in stone. The final squad for the tournament is expected to be unveiled on February 10, and there’s talk of potential changes. Speculation surrounds the inclusion of openers Abdullah Shafiq and Usman Khan, whose spots may still be uncertain.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the final announcement, hoping for a balanced and competitive team to represent Pakistan on the global stage.
