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KARACHI: The Pakistan cricket team engaged in a scenario-based practice session for the forthcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled to commence on July 20 at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka.

The Green shirts are scheduled to play a series against Bangladesh and the West Indies ahead of the much-anticipated Asia Cup 2025.

In preparation for a packed cricketing calendar, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has organized a week-long training camp, which will continue till 15 July.

Apart from squad members, five additional players, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, and  Mohammad Wasim Jr are featuring in the camp.

During today’s practice match, the players were given scenarios in which batters were instructed to adopt an aggressive approach while a different strategy was planned for the middle phase of the innings. The players have also been briefed on the game plan for the final six overs.

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For the unversed, Pakistan’s tour of Bangladesh will be the first assignment under the new head coach, Mike Hesson. The opening match is scheduled for July 20, followed by the second T20I on July 22 and the third on July 24.

After wrapping up the Bangladesh tour, the Green Shirts will travel to the United States of America (USA) to face the West Indies in a three-match T20I series in Florida, set to take place from August 1 to 4.

Both sides will then head to Trinidad and Tobago for a three-match ODI series, scheduled to take place between August 8 and 12.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the final T20I and ODI squads for both assignments in the coming days.

Pakistan squad for Bangladesh 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

Pakistan-Bangladesh T20I Series Schedule 

20 July – First T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

22 July – Second T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

24 July – Third T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

READ: Hasan Nawaz reveals how his sister helped shape his cricket journey

Pakistan middle-order batter Hasan Nawaz has opened up about his cricketing journey, initial struggles, and highlighted the major role his sister played in shaping his future in the sport.

Speaking candidly on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) YouTube channel in an interview, Hasan shared insights into his early struggles in the sport.

“Before participating in the Kashmir Premier League (KPL), I had not played PCB’s U-16 or U-19 cricket. I came into the spotlight after our team clinched the tournament’s title,” he recalled.

“Playing for the Pakistan team still feels like a dream. My sister called me to Islamabad because she said it’s difficult to play cricket in Layyah [a remote city in Punjab]. I came to the capital in 2018 and lived alongside my sister for five years,” Hasan Nawaz added.

“Initially, my sister bought me a cricket bag and got me admitted to a cricketing academy. She would also drop me off there and pick me up from the academy. So, she played a major part in my life and cricketing journey,” the middle-order batter revealed.

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The 22-year-old also highlighted his career-threatening injury in domestic cricket, praising his sister for helping him during his challenging time.

“My sister also helped me in my operation, and I stayed at her house. At that time, my name came to the limelight because I had come back from playing KPL, and people had started recognizing me.”

“It feels really very good when you earn for what you work hard. My first series against New Zealand did not go well, and I have learned a lot from it,” he said.

The right-handed batter made his debut as an opener for Pakistan in the T20I series against New Zealand earlier this year. During the third match of the series, Hasan Nawaz shattered Pakistan’s record for the fastest century in T20Is.

In doing so, he surpassed ace batter Babar Azam’s previous record of a 49-ball century, which he had achieved against South Africa in 2021.

“I felt really happy at that time because if you do well for Pakistan, you feel happy, and I am still going through the phase of learning,” he concluded while recalling his memorable century.

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KARACHI: Pakistan’s Head Coach Mike Hesson has opened up on the role of ace batter Babar Azam in the T20I side amid the speculation regarding his wicket-keeping role.

Addressing the media on the sidelines of the Pakistan training camp, Hesson clarified the speculations regarding Babar Azam.

Recent media reports have claimed that Babar Azam has been offered a role as a wicketkeeper in a bid to secure his place in the team.

“Babar Azam is not being considered as a wicketkeeping option. There’s been a lot of chatter around this, but Babar is working to secure his place in the side as an opening batter,” he explained.

“There has been no talk with Babar regarding the wicket-keeping role. If he [Babar] could secure his place in the team, he would play alongside Fakhar Zaman or Saim Ayub,” he added.

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The newly appointed coach emphasized the needs of modern-day cricket, stressing the need for an aggressive approach.

“No player has been instructed to play with a strike rate of 150. We [Pakistan team] are lagging behind in T20 cricket due to our batting. The players have to play with intent in modern-day cricket,” he concluded.

It is worth noting that Babar Azam is not part of the T20I squad selected for the upcoming series against Bangladesh. The top-order batter, however, has been called to the training camp alongside Naseem Shah, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi, and Mohammad Wasim Jr.

The right-handed batter last played for Pakistan in the shorter format against South Africa in 2024. Consequently, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were axed from the T20I side amid concerns regarding the adaptability of modern-day cricket.

Pakistan squad for Bangladesh 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

Pakistan-Bangladesh T20I Series Schedule 

20 July – First T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

22 July – Second T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

24 July – Third T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

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KARACHI: Pakistan’s seasoned trio Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi are taking part in the training camp for the forthcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh.

The 15-member squad heading to the series is training at the National Bank Stadium, with the camp set to continue until July 15.

Apart from the squad members, five additional players were also added to the training camp. These players include Babar Azam, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Naseem Shah, and Mohammad Wasim Jr.

For the unversed, Pakistan’s tour of Bangladesh will be the first assignment under the new head coach, Mike Hesson. The opening match is scheduled for July 20, followed by the second T20I on July 22 and the third on July 24.

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After wrapping up the Bangladesh tour, the Green Shirts will travel to the United States of America (USA) to face the West Indies in a three-match T20I series in Florida, set to take place from August 1 to 4.

Both sides will then head to Trinidad and Tobago for a three-match ODI series scheduled between August 8 and 12.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the final T20I and ODI squads for both assignments in the coming days.

Pakistan squad for Bangladesh 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

Pakistan-Bangladesh T20I Series Schedule 

20 July – First T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

22 July – Second T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

24 July – Third T20I at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Dhaka (6pm local time)

READ: Pakistan storms into U-18 Hockey Asia Cup semi-final with dominant win over China

CHINA: Pakistan hockey team defeated Bangladesh 6-3 in a group-stage fixture of the U-18 Hockey Asia Cup here at the Dazhou National Hockey Training Centre on Tuesday.

The victory marked the Green Shirts’ third consecutive win, resulting in a top position in Group A with nine points from three matches.

Both teams were equally good in the first half of the match, with the score level at 3-3 goals. However, Pakistan turned the tide with aggressive play in the last two-quarters of the game.

The Men in Green scored three more goals, showcasing their dominance while keeping Bangladesh away from the nets.

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For Pakistan, Abdullah Awan and Hanzala Ali were stand-out players, scoring two goals each. Overall, Pakistan has scored 23 goals in the tournament while conceding three.

Earlier, the Pakistan hockey team defeated Sri Lanka 9-0 and crushed Hong Kong 8-0 to mark the beginning of the campaign in a dominant fashion.

The U18 Hockey Asia Cup, held in China from July 3 to July 13, features teams from 11 nations. The teams include China, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Japan, Chinese Taipei, Uzbekistan, Indonesia, and Kazakhstan.

Pakistan has been placed in Pool A alongside China, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Hong Kong.

Pakistan Hockey Squad for U-18 Asia Cup

Mohammad Usman, Atif Ali, Asam Junaid, Mohammad Abdullah Farooq, Abdullah Awan, Zubair Lateef, Mohammad Yaseen, Mohammad Ali Taj, Ghulam Mustafa, Ali Hamza, Ali Hamzad, Aamir Sohail, Adeel Afzal, Mohammad Zaman, Mohammad Hussain, Mohammad Shaheer, Hasan Shahbaz, Yaseen Jamshaid

Team management

Shafqat Malik (manager); Mukhtar Ahmed, Touseeq Ahmed, Masood-ur-Rahman (coaches).

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced a 15-member squad, excluding pacer Haris Rauf, for the forthcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled to commence on July 20.

Salman Ali Agha will lead the T20I side, while vice-captain Shadab Khan and pacer Haris Rauf have been ruled out due to injuries.

The squad for the white-ball series against West Indies will be announced in due course.

Fast bowler Haris Rauf is not part of the squad due to an injury he sustained during the Major League Cricket (MLC) match. The right-arm pacer has suffered a Grade 1 hamstring injury during the San Francisco Unicorns’ clash against the Texas Super Kings.

Meanwhile, Shadab Khan had successful shoulder surgery in the UK to address ongoing issues with his right shoulder. The procedure was carried out effectively, bringing relief from the discomfort he had been experiencing for some time.

Among the notable inclusions are left-arm pacer Salman Mirza and Sufiyan Moqim.

Sufiyan has made a return to the side after featuring in the New Zealand tour while Salman has earned his maiden call up for the national team following impressive performances in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 10.

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The opening match is scheduled for July 20, followed by the second T20I on July 22 and the third on July 24.

After wrapping up the Bangladesh tour, the Green Shirts will travel to the United States of America (USA) to face the West Indies in a three-match T20I series in Florida, set to take place from August 1 to 4.

Both sides will then head to Trinidad and Tobago for a three-match ODI series scheduled between August 8 and 12.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the final T20I and ODI squads for both assignments in the coming days.

Pakistan squad for Bangladesh 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

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)

Pakistan tour of Bangladesh schedule

1st T20I – July 20, Dhaka

2nd T20I – July 22, Dhaka

3rd T20I – July 24, Dhaka

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Pakistan men’s cricket team has begun assembling in Karachi for their upcoming twin tours of Bangladesh and the West Indies, with players gradually reporting to the team management ahead of the training camp.

According to sources, all probable squad members are expected to report by Tuesday, while a meeting between team officials and coaching staff has also been scheduled before the camp officially kicks off.

The training camp will begin on Wednesday and run until July 15 at the National Bank Stadium in Karachi. The team will depart for Dhaka on July 16.

During the Bangladesh leg, Pakistan will play a three-match T20I series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.

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The opening match is scheduled for July 20, followed by the second T20I on July 22 and the third on July 24.

After wrapping up the Bangladesh tour, the Green Shirts will travel to the United States of America (USA) to face the West Indies in a three-match T20I series in Florida, set to take place from August 1 to 4.

Both sides will then head to Trinidad and Tobago for a three-match ODI series scheduled between August 8 and 12.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the final T20I and ODI squads for both assignments in the coming days.

Pakistan tour of Bangladesh schedule

1st T20I – July 20, Dhaka

2nd T20I – July 22, Dhaka

3rd T20I – July 24, Dhaka

Pakistan tour of the West Indies schedule

1st T20I – August 1, Florida

2nd T20I – August 3, Florida

3rd T20I – August 4, Florida

1st ODI – August 8, Trinidad & Tobago

2nd ODI – August 10, Trinidad & Tobago

3rd ODI – August 12, Trinidad & Tobago

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Bangladesh has named a 16-member squad for the three-match series against Sri Lanka, with former captain Najmul Hossain Shanto left out of the team.

The tigers have made five changes to their squad that have previously faced Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Shanto, who featured in one of only six T20Is played against Pakistan and UAE, has been omitted following his concerning form in the shortest format.

The left-handed batter, who enjoyed a rich vein of form in the recently concluded Test series against Sri Lanka, struggled to find his rhythm in T20Is throughout 2024. The top-order batter only averaged 18.84 in 21 T20Is with just a single half-century.

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Opening batter Mohammad Naim has been included in the squad in place of Najmul Hossain Shanto, while experienced pacers Taskin Ahmed and Mustafizur Rahman are also included after recovering from injuries.

All-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin was among the notable inclusions in the Bangladesh squad who earned a recall after more than a year. He is added to the back of his strong performances in Bangladesh’s premier domestic white-ball competitions.

Bangladesh has a busy schedule ahead, with three T20Is against Sri Lanka and Pakistan before the 2025 Asia Cup.

The series against Sri Lanka will commence in Bangladesh on July 10 in Pallekele, followed by the second T20I on July 13 in Dambulla. The final match of the series will be played on July 16 in Colombo.

Bangladesh squad:

Litton Das (capt, wk), Tanzid Hasan, Parvez Hossain Emon, Mohammad Naim, Towhid Hridoy, Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Rishad Hossain, Mahedi Hasan, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Mustafizur Rahman, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Mohammad Saifuddin.

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COLOMBO: Sri Lanka secured a resounding 77-run victory over Bangladesh to go 1-0 up in the opening match of the One-Day International (ODI) series here at the R Premadasa Stadium on Wednesday.

Chasing a 245-run target, Bangladesh were bundled out for just 167 runs in 35.5 overs.

Bangladesh were cruising at one stage as the scorecard read 100 in the 16th over. However, Najmul Hossain Shanto’s wicket on the third ball of the over triggered a humiliating collapse for the Tigers.

Ultimately, Bangladesh lost seven wickets for five runs in the span of just five overs.

Bangladesh lost their debutant Parvez Hossain Emon early in the chase, whose ephemeral 13 runs of 16 balls ended in the fourth over.

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However, Tanzid Hasan and Najmul Hossain Shanto’s 71-run partnership at a run-a-ball steadied the visitors in the run chase, bringing the score to 100 in 16 overs.

Shanto’s (23) wicket sparked a collapse that the Tigers could never recover from. Soon after Litton Das (0), Towhid Hridoy (1), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (0) went in quick succession as wickets fell in heaps.

Tanzid Hasan remained the top scorer with his 62 off 61 deliveries, laced with nine fours and a six, while lower-order batter Jaker Ali scored 51 off 64 balls, with the aid of four boundaries and four maximums.

For Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga was the standout bowler, picking up four wickets and giving away just 10 runs in 7.5 overs. Kamindu Mendis supported him well with three scalps in five overs.

With an explosive spell, Wanindu Hasaranga also achieved the milestone of reaching 100 ODI wickets in 64 matches.

Earlier, after opting to bat first, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 244 runs in 49.2 overs.

Skipper Charith Asalanka starred with the bat, scoring his fifth ODI hundred, rescuing the Islanders from a precarious 29-3 in 6.1 overs.

The left-hander smashed four sixes and half a dozen fours on his way to 106 off 123 balls.

For Bangladesh, Taskin Ahmed took four wickets while Tanzim Hasan Sakib bagged three wickets.

The second ODI of the three-match series between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh will be played on 5 July at the same venue.

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Pakistan wicket-keeper batter Mohammad Haris is set to replace Shadab Khan as the national team’s vice-captain for the Bangladesh T20I series.

Shadab Khan, who was appointed as Pakistan’s T20I vice-captain earlier this year, has reportedly been struggling with persistent discomfort in his shoulder.

After medical evaluation, surgery was deemed necessary, and Shadab is now likely to travel to the UK to have the procedure done.

Mohammad Haris, who has represented Pakistan in 17 T20Is, has vast leadership experience. The 24-year-old has captained both the Pakistan Shaheens and the Pakistan A team.

Moreover, Pakistan also won the Emerging Asia Cup in 2023 under Mohammad Haris’ captaincy, defeating arch-rivals India in the final.

It’s worth noting that Pakistan gears up for their upcoming three-match T20I series against Bangladesh, scheduled to begin on July 20 in Dhaka.

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the squad for the series later this week, with preparations set to begin on July 7 in Karachi.

A training camp will be held at the National Bank Stadium to fine-tune the squad ahead of the short tour.

Notably, the star trio of Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Afridi, all rested for the previous home series against Bangladesh, are reportedly set to remain on the sidelines, with no clear timeline for their return.

Pakistan will arrive in Dhaka on July 16 before facing the Bangladesh cricket team in the first T20I on Sunday, July 20.

The second and third T20Is are scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, and Thursday, July 24, respectively. All three matches will take place at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.

The two teams recently faced each other in a three-match T20I series at the Gaddafi Stadium, where Pakistan achieved a clean sweep against Bangladesh.

Shadab Khan starred in the opening match of the series as Pakistan clinched victory over Bangladesh by 37 runs.

The all-rounder gave an all-round performance, scoring 48 off 25 and taking two crucial wickets to secure an emphatic win for the Green Shirts.

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