Pakistan T20I Squad for Bangladesh: Captain Salman Agha, Nawaz makes a comeback, while Rauf & Shadab are out of the series
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced a 15-member squad for the three-match T20I series against Bangladesh. The series is scheduled from 20 to 24 July 2025 at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka.
Key Squad Changes and Exclusions
Big Names Rested or Missing
Prominent players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf, Shadab Khan will miss this tour. Shadab underwent successful shoulder surgery in the UK, while Shaheen and Rizwan are being considered for future ODI engagements. Haris Rauf has also been ruled out from Pakistan T20I Squad for Bangladesh due to a Grade 1 hamstring injury sustained during MLC 2025.
New Inclusions and Comebacks
- Ahmed Daniyal and Salman Mirza have received maiden call-ups after impressive PSL 2025 performances in Pakistan T20I Squad for Bangladesh.
- Faheem Ashraf and Fakhar Zaman return to the T20I setup after brief gaps.
- Mohammad Nawaz also returns to the squad, with his last T20I appearance in January 2024.
Complete Pakistan T20I Squad for Bangladesh
Captain: Salman Ali Agha
Squad: Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Hassan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Sahibzada Farhan (wk), Saim Ayub, Salman Mirza, Sufyan Moqim
Rising Talents to Watch
- Hasan Nawaz, the third-highest run-scorer overall with 399 runs in ten innings for Quetta Gladiators, going at a strike rate of 162.19.
- Abbas Afridi was the fourth-highest wicket-taker overall, with 17 wickets from 11 innings for Karachi Kings in PSL 2025.
- Sufyan Moqim, with just 10 T20Is under his belt, adds variety to the spin department.
- Salman Mirza picked up nine wickets from just four games for Lahore Qalandars in PSL 2025.
Injury and Recovery Updates
Shadab Khan is not part of the Pakistan T20I Squad for Bangladesh as he recently underwent shoulder surgery. Haris Rauf is also unavailable due to a hamstring injury he picked up during the MLC. Meanwhile, young pacers Naseem Shah and Mohammad Wasim Jr. are still recovering from their injuries and remain out of action for this series.
Fixtures and Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue | Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 20, 2025 | 1st T20I | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka | 6:00 PM |
| July 22, 2025 | 2nd T20I | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka | 6:00 PM |
| July 24, 2025 | 3rd T20I | Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, Dhaka | 6:00 PM |
Coaching and Support Staff
- Head Coach: Mike Hesson
- Bowling Coach: Ashley Noffke
- Batting Coach: Muhammad Hanif Malik
- Fielding Coach: Shane McDermott
- Manager: Naveed Akram Cheema
- Other staff include physio, masseur, analyst, and media manager
Previous Encounter Recap
The last time Pakistan and Bangladesh played a T20I series was in May 2025, where Pakistan won all three matches at home with a 3-0 clean sweep. This new series gives Bangladesh a good chance to bounce back and improve their performance. On the other hand, Pakistan will use this series to test new players and prepare their squad for the upcoming 2026 ICC T20 World Cup.
Future Outlook
This T20I series and Pakistan T20I Squad for Bangladesh is an important part of Pakistan’s early preparations for the 2026 T20 World Cup. The selectors are using this series to try out new players and give chances to those who have been performing well in domestic cricket. It’s a good time to test the bench strength and see which players can handle international pressure.
Since some senior players are missing due to injuries or rest, the team management wants to see how young talents perform. After this tour, Pakistan is also expected to play another white-ball series against West Indies to continue their preparation.
Conclusion
The Pakistan T20I squad for Bangladesh series reflects a balanced mix of youth and experience. With big names rested and several young stars getting their chance, this series promises to be crucial in shaping Pakistan’s future T20 plans. Fans will keenly watch how the new captain Salman Ali Agha leads the side in these testing subcontinent conditions.
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