Pakistan Squad :
In the aftermath of their resounding victory against Afghanistan, Pakistan has revealed a substantial adjustment to their roster for the upcoming Asia Cup 2023. With the much-anticipated continental championship commencing on August 30, Pakistan aims to sustain their winning momentum on the field.
Having recently ascended to the coveted world No. 1 ranking in ODIs after an impeccable series sweep against Afghanistan, the Pakistani team is brimming with confidence. Their next encounter will be against Nepal in the inaugural match of the Asia Cup tournament.
Incorporation of Saud Shakeel into Pakistan’s Asia Cup Squad
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), which had earlier unveiled a formidable 17-member lineup for the Asia Cup, has now executed a significant alteration to their selection. With just a week remaining until the commencement of the continental competition, Pakistan has made a strategic maneuver by including Saud Shakeel in their squad.
Although Shakeel participated in Pakistan’s ODI squad during the Afghanistan series, featuring in a solitary match and contributing nine runs, his relatively limited experience hasn’t deterred his inclusion in the Asia Cup team setup.
Saud Shakeel’s Replacement of Tayyab Tahir
It is noteworthy that Saud Shakeel was not initially among the 17 members chosen for the Asia Cup squad. His entry has come at the expense of Tayyab Tahir, who has now been replaced. This decision to introduce Shakeel into the lineup mere days before the marquee event underscores the selectors’ intention to inject the team with renewed vigor and adaptability.
Tayyab Tahir’s Role as a Reserve Player
Regarding Tayyab Tahir, although he was initially named in the squad, he did not secure a place in the team for any of the three matches in the ODI series against Afghanistan. However, Tahir’s association with the team is not terminated; he will accompany the squad as a reserve player during their campaign.
Pakistan’s revised Asia Cup 2023 squad
Babar Azam (c), Abdullah Shafique, Fakhar Zaman, Imam-ul-Haq, Salman Ali Agha, Iftikhar Ahmed, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Usama Mir, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir (travelling reserve).
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