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Shaheen Afridi confirms three debutants in first ODI against Bangladesh

DHAKA: Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi has confirmed that the Green Shirts will field three debutants in the first ODI of their three-match series against Bangladesh, set to be played at the Shere Bangla National Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, March 11.

Pakistan dropped senior players like Babar Azam and Saim Ayub for the series, giving a platform to several promising talents.

The squad for the series includes six uncapped players: Abdul Samad, Maaz Sadaqat, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Saad Masood, Sahibzada Farhan and Shamyl Hussain.

Speaking at a pre-series press conference on Tuesday, Afridi revealed that Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat, and Shamyl Hussain will make their international ODI debuts.

Farhan and Sadaqat are set to open the innings, while Hussain will bat at one-down.

“Sahibzada [Farhan] ofcourse he has been a top performer in T20Is as well as List A domestic cricket in Pakistan. Maaz Sadaqat will also open the innings, and Shamyl Hussain will bat at one down,” he said.

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“I hope that they play their own [natural] game and show their skills. We, as a team, are very excited to see them play.”

The captain highlighted that familiarity with local conditions will be an advantage for the debutants.

“Sahibzada has played in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), and Maaz has also played here. So it should feel like just another game for them. I hope they play their best cricket and express themselves,” he added.

Shaheen Afridi was also asked about Pakistan’s bowling combination and the potential inclusion of Saad Masood, given the spin-friendly nature of Dhaka pitches.

“Only 11 players can play, so we will decide according to the team requirement and pitch conditions. We have one more practice session today, after which the final playing XI will be announced,” he stated.

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Former South Africa pacer tips Maaz Sadaqat as Pakistan’s ‘next superstar’

Former South Africa fast bowler Wayne Parnell has hailed Pakistan’s rising all-rounder Maaz Sadaqat as the country’s “next superstar” following his impressive performances in the ongoing Nepal Premier League.

Maaz is currently representing Janakpur Bolts, who are being led by Parnell in the tournament. The 20-year-old Pakistani has made an immediate impact in his debut stint, underlining his value as a genuine all-rounder.

In three appearances so far, Maaz has scored 95 runs at an average of 31.66, striking at a breathtaking rate of 179.24.

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His contribution with the ball has been equally notable, as he has claimed three wickets at an average of 26 while maintaining an economy rate of 6.50.

Parnell, clearly impressed by the youngster’s composure and match awareness, publicly praised Maaz on social media.

Taking to Instagram, the Proteas veteran shared a mirror selfie with the Pakistani all-rounder and captioned it: “Pakistan’s next superstar, Maaz Sadaqat.”

Only last month, Maaz Sadaqat played a central role in Pakistan Shaheens’ title run at the Asia Cup Rising Stars Championship, where his all-round brilliance earned him the Player of the Tournament award.

Batting with exceptional consistency, Maaz finished the eight-team competition as the leading run-scorer with 258 runs in five innings at a staggering average of 129, including two unbeaten half-centuries.

With the ball, he remained just as lethal, snaring seven wickets at a superb average of 7.42 and an economy rate of 4.33.

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Maaz Sadaqat signs with Janakpur Bolts for Nepal Premier League

Pakistan’s emerging batter Maaz Sadaqat has been roped in by Janakpur Bolts for the remainder of the Nepal Premier League (NPL).

The ongoing NPL is set to run until December 13, with defending champions Janakpur Bolts acquiring the services of the promising left-handed batter.

The announcement came via the team’s social media handle, with a video of Maaz, showing his commendable batting display.

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“The Emerging champion meets the Bolts storm. From the northern frontier where fire is forged and hunger never fades. Maaz Sadaqat steps in with energy, intent, and the spark to make his moment count,” the caption of the post read.

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It is pertinent to note that Maaz Sadaqat’s name rose to the headlines following his impressive all-round performance in the recently concluded ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament.

The 20-year-old remained the cornerstone of Pakistan Shaheen’s triumph and was also named the player of the tournament.

Maaz topped the runs chart with 258 runs to his name in the eight-team tournament. The top-order batter demonstrated his batting prowess at an excellent average of 129 in five innings, with two fifties to his name.

Besides batting, he also showcased his brilliance with the ball, taking 7 wickets at an average of 7.42.

The batter, originally from Peshawar, delivered a commanding performance against arch-rivals India A, scalping two wickets, backed by a brilliant 79 off only 47 balls.

For the unversed, the second edition of the NPL is currently underway from November 17 to December 13, 2025, with all the fixtures taking place at the Tribhuvan University International Ground in Kirtipur.

The eight teams featuring in the tournament are Biratnagar Kings, Chitwan Rhinos, Janakpur Bolts, Karnali Yaks, Kathmandu Gorkhas, Lumbini Lions, Pokhara Avengers, and Sudurpaschim Royals.

Janakpur Bolts Squad

Anil Sah (c & wk), Lahiru Milantha (wk), Aasif Sheikh (wk), Bikash Aagri, Sachin Bhatta, Sangeeth Cooray, Shubh Kansakar, Jan-Nicol Loftie-Eaton, Sanjay Krishnamurthi, Aaditya Mahata, Kishore Mahato, Wayne Parnell, Lalit Rajbanshi, Lahiru Samarakoon, Rupesh Singh, Imran Tahir, Tul Bahadur Thapa, Mayan Yadav, Pappu Yadav, Maaz Sadaqat

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Maaz Sadaqat helps Pakistan Shaheens to beat Oman in Asia Cup Rising Stars

DOHA: Pakistan Shaheens got their ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 campaign off to a flying start with a thrilling 40-run victory over Oman at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium on Friday.

The opener was defined by a commanding all-round performance from Maaz Sadaqat, who starred with both bat and ball.

After being asked to bat first, Pakistan stumbled early, losing opener Mohammad Naeem for six in the second over.

Sadaqat, however, anchored the innings alongside Yasir Khan, putting on a 44-run partnership before Yasir fell for 26.

Mohammad Faiq’s quickfire 19 off nine balls helped Pakistan reach 101-3 by the 12th over, setting the stage for Sadaqat to take charge.

Sadaqat’s sublime batting saw him reach an unbeaten 96 off 54 balls, featuring five fours and nine sixes.

Meanwhile, captain Muhammad Irfan Niazi provided a blistering cameo of 44 off just 21 deliveries, smashing five sixes to accelerate the innings.

Saad Masood added late fireworks, scoring 19 off six balls, including two sixes, as Pakistan posted a competitive 220-4 in 20 overs.

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Chasing 221, Oman struggled from the outset. Ubaid Shah struck early to remove opener Sufyan Yusuf for three, leaving Oman 7-1.

A brief 57-run second-wicket stand between Hammad Mirza and Karan Sonavale offered hope, but wickets fell in quick succession. Sonavale was dismissed for 26, and Mirza ran out for 34, reducing Oman to 73-4 in under 10 overs.

Maaz Sadaqat continued to shine with the ball, taking two key wickets as Pakistan tightened the screws.

Despite an 88-run partnership between Zikria Islam, who scored 57, and Muzahir Raza, Oman could not recover.

Ubaid Shah wrapped up the innings by dismissing Shafiq Jan for a duck, sealing a 40-run victory for Pakistan.

Ubaid Shah finished with impressive figures of 3-29 in three overs, while Sadaqat and Masood chipped in with two wickets each, completing a dominant all-round display to give Pakistan a winning start in the tournament.

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Maaz Sadaqat’s century propels Pakistan Shaheens to victory over Adelaide Strikers

DARWIN: Opener Maaz Sadaqat’s 104 off 59 balls, followed by Mubasir Khan’s three-wicket haul, powered Pakistan Shaheens to a commanding 107-run victory over Adelaide Strikers Academy in the Top End T20 series here on Wednesday.

Chasing a daunting 203-run target, Adelaide Strikers were bowled out for just 95 runs here at Marrara Cricket Ground.

Pakistan Shaheens jolted the Adelaide Strikers early, reducing them to 16-2 in just 2.1 overs.

Opener Mackenzie Harvey, who top-scored with 27 off 17 balls, tried to stabilize the innings; however, he fell in the fifth over as Stikers were reeling for 37-3.

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The wickets continued to tumble as Harry Nielsen’s (12 off 11) dismissal sparked a collapse that Adelaide Strikers could not recover from.

Eventually, the whole team bundled out for a modest score in 16.1 overs.

For Pakistan Shaheens, Mubasir Khan was the standout bowler, picking up three wickets in his quota of four overs, whereas Faisal Akram and Mehran Mumtaz supported him well with two wickets each.

This was Pakistan Shaheens’ third win in five games, and they now sit in second position with six points.

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Earlier, after opting to bat first, Pakistan Shaheens demonstrated an impressive showing with the bat.

Shaheens scored 202-6 in their allocated 20 overs, courtesy of a mammoth opening stand between Yasir Khan and Maaz Sadaqat.

The duo forged a 149-run partnership in just 14.1 overs, hence helping Shaheens in posting a formidable total.

Yasir, who scored 51 off 35 balls, played a second fiddle while Maaz remained the core aggressor and went on to score a century. Maaz Sadaqat’s innings was peppered with 11 fours and two maximums.

For Adelaide Strikers, Harry Manenti picked up three wickets.

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