Pakistan announced its T20 team for the upcoming home series against South Africa and tri-series with Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe. Fast bowler Naseem Shah returns to the squad. Star batsman Babar Azam, Pakistan's highest T20I run-scorer, also makes a comeback. The 15-member team sees Abdul Samad's return, while Usman Tariq is the only uncapped player. Today: Pakistan reveals the squad. From next week: The team begins preparations. Until the series: Players focus on training and strategy. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 16:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Pakistan announced its T20 team for the upcoming home series against South Africa and tri-series with Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe
- Fast bowler Naseem Shah returns to the squad
- Star batsman Babar Azam, Pakistan's highest T20I run-scorer, also makes a comeback