Pakistan Announces Squads for Australia and Zimbabwe Tours

Pakistan has announced its 15-member squads for upcoming white-ball series against Australia and Zimbabwe, commencing November 4. Star batter Babar Azam, along with pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah, will return for the Australia tour after being rested during the last Tests against England, but Azam will miss the Zimbabwe tour. Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan has been named captain for the series in Australia, while several debutants, including Kamran Ghulam, Omair Bin Yousuf, and Sufyan Moqim, have been included in the squads. The Australia series will consist of three ODIs and three T20Is, while the Zimbabwe leg will feature three ODIs followed by three T20Is. This selection reflects a mix of experience and youth as Pakistan aims for competitiveness on the international stage. The squad decisions have not only emphasized returning players but also introduced new talent in preparation for future tournaments.