Shaheen Afridi lead the charge for Pakistan.

2024.01.10

Pakistan’s next visit to New Zealand will include a five-match Twenty20 International series.

Pakistan will attempt to make amends as they prepare for a five-match Twenty20 International series against New Zealand, following a depressing 3-0 loss in the just finished Test series against Australia. The first meeting is set to happen in Auckland’s Eden Park on January 11.

The makeup of Pakistan’s team

The next series is very important since it will be Shaheen Afridi’s first time leading the team, and Mohammad Rizwan, an accomplished player, will be his deputy. The team has a mix of young, talented players like Azam Khan and experienced players like the very productive Babar Azam. This is the probable starting lineup for the visitors’ next T20I matches against the BlackCaps.

lively opening duo

The dependable Rizwan and the explosive Saim Ayub will bat as an opening pair, forming a potent left-right combo. The squad will have a strong foundation and stability thanks to Ayub’s tenacity and Rizwan’s superb stroke play.

Dependable upper middle-order

The combination of Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, and Babar Azam make an impressive batting lineup as they move up to the top middle order. Their combined expertise and capacity for managing stress provide them essential resources for Pakistan.

explosive middle-order lower

Iftikhar Ahmed and Azam Khan, two explosive players who can score quickly, especially in the last overs, are part of the lower middle order. Their aggressive strategy may be quite helpful for establishing or pursuing difficult goals.

Outstanding bowling attack

Regarding bowling, the combination of Shaheen, Haris Rauf, and Aamer Jamal is anticipated to cause chaos on the seam-friendly wickets in New Zealand. The opposing batters might be troubled by their quickness and talent as they take advantage of the circumstances. With the responsibility of spin bowling, Abrar Ahmed gives the assault a tactical edge.

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