In a surprising turn of events, spinner Abrar Ahmed has been sidelined from Pakistan’s upcoming five-match T20I series against New Zealand owing to fitness issues. The decision to release Ahmed from the squad stems from concerns about his fitness, prompting his return to Pakistan for a thorough rehabilitation stint scheduled at the National Cricket Academy.
As a replacement, left-arm spinner Mohammad Nawaz, previously released from the Test squad, has been swiftly drafted into the T20I setup. Nawaz will join forces with fellow bowlers Zaman Khan, Haris Rauf, and Usama Mir, all slated to undertake rigorous training sessions ahead of the impending T20I series against New Zealand.
The quartet of Nawaz, Khan, Rauf, and Mir will depart from Australia on 5th January, making their way to Auckland to gear up for the T20I showdown. Upon reaching Auckland, they will unite with the rest of the players named in the T20 squad, preparing intensively for the series opener against New Zealand.
The much-anticipated clash between Pakistan and New Zealand kicks off on 12th January in Auckland, setting the stage for an exhilarating battle between these cricketing powerhouses. With preparations underway and the team regrouping, the anticipation for an enthralling T20 series is at an all-time high among cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
Leave a Reply