Pakistan have named their 18-man squad for the upcoming T20 series against Ireland and England, with injured players Mohammad Rizwan and Azam Khan also included. However, the squad for the 20-team T20 World Cup in June has yet to be finalized, with selectors stating that fitness issues may affect their decision. All 20 World Cup teams have until May 25 to make any changes to their preliminary 15-player squads, giving Pakistan time to evaluate their players during the England tour.
Pakistan Cricket Team Gears Up for England Series and T20 World Cup
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled an 18-man squad for the upcoming Twenty20 International (T20I) series against Ireland and England, providing a glimpse into their preparations for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.
Background
Pakistan's cricket team has a rich history in the T20 format, having won the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. However, they have struggled to replicate that success in recent years. The team's performance at the 2022 T20 World Cup in Australia was particularly disappointing, as they failed to qualify for the semifinals.
Since then, Pakistan has undergone significant changes, with former captain Babar Azam replaced by Shadab Khan as the team's skipper. The team has also been bolstered by the return of experienced players like Mohammad Rizwan and Azam Khan.
Squad for England Series
The squad for the England series includes several notable players:
T20 World Cup Preparations
While the squad for the T20 World Cup has yet to be finalized, the England series will provide Pakistan with valuable preparation for the tournament. The team will have the opportunity to test their skills against one of the world's top cricketing nations.
Selectors have indicated that fitness issues may play a role in the final squad selection. Mohammad Rizwan and Azam Khan are both included in the current squad despite injuries, but their availability for the World Cup is uncertain.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Who is the captain of the Pakistan cricket team? Shadab Khan is the captain of the Pakistan cricket team.
2. When is the T20 World Cup being held? The T20 World Cup is scheduled to be held from June 4 to June 26, 2023.
3. How many teams will participate in the T20 World Cup? Twenty teams will participate in the T20 World Cup.
4. Who won the inaugural T20 World Cup? Pakistan won the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007.
5. When will the final T20 World Cup squad be announced? All 20 World Cup teams have until May 25 to make any changes to their preliminary 15-player squads.
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