Pakistan has revealed their 15-player squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup 2024, with Babar Azam leading the Men in Green in the event set to commence on June 1. The tournament will be hosted in the USA and the West Indies. Out of the 15 players selected, five will be making their debut in the ICC tournament, including Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Saim Ayub, and Usman Khan. The squad has been described as talented and balanced, with a mix of youth and experience, and the players are well-prepared for the competition ahead.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has provided an injury update on Haris Rauf, stating that the speedster has fully recovered and is expected to play a crucial role for Pakistan in the T20 World Cup. Rauf had been sidelined with a shoulder injury since January, but the PCB is confident in his abilities to contribute to the team’s success in the upcoming matches. Despite his recent absence, Rauf is back to full fitness and has been performing well in training sessions.
Notably, right-arm seamer Hasan Ali has been excluded from the 15-player squad for the T20 World Cup. Ali was recently dropped from Pakistan’s squad for the ongoing T20I tour of England, indicating a shift in the team’s selection strategy. The Men in Green will commence their campaign against the USA on June 6, followed by a highly anticipated clash against arch-rivals India on June 9 at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium in New York.
The squad for the T20 World Cup includes Babar Azam as captain, along with players like Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi. The team will be coached by Gary Kirsten, a former South African cricketer. With a strong lineup of players and support staff, Pakistan is optimistic about their chances in the upcoming tournament and is gearing up to deliver some thrilling performances on the international stage. Fans can expect an exciting display of cricket as the Men in Green strive for success in the T20 World Cup in 2024.
