Pacer Mohammad Amir and all-rounder Imad Wasim have secured spots in Pakistan’s squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. The duo recently emerged from international retirement, eyeing a chance to represent their country in the T20 World Cup slated for June.
Led by Babar Azam, the squad also welcomes two uncapped batters, Muhammad Irfan Khan and Usman Khan. Both players impressed during the Pakistan Super League, earning their maiden call-ups to the national team.
Expressing his gratitude, Muhammad Irfan Khan shared, “I am deeply honored to have been selected in the Pakistan squad for the upcoming T20I series against New Zealand. Breaking into such a formidable team like Pakistan is a testament to the dedication and effort I have put into my game. Now, my focus is on seizing this opportunity and solidifying my position within the team.”
In a media release by the Pakistan Cricket Board, Senior Team Manager Wahab Riaz, also part of the selection committee, emphasized the straightforward decision to include Wasim and Amir. “The decision to include Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir was a straightforward one, given their availability for selection and considering Haris Rauf’s injury and Mohammad Nawaz’s current form. Both Amir and Imad possess undeniable match-winning capabilities, and we trust they will consistently deliver strong performances to bolster the team’s objectives,” he stated.
The Pakistan squad for the New Zealand T20Is comprises:
- Babar Azam (captain)
- Abrar Ahmed
- Azam Khan
- Fakhar Zaman
- Iftikhar Ahmed
- Imad Wasim
- Mohammad Abbas Afridi
- Mohammad Rizwan
- Mohammad Amir
- Muhammad Irfan Khan
- Naseem Shah
- Saim Ayub
- Shadab Khan
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
- Usama Mir
- Usman Khan
- Zaman Khan
Additionally, the team has non-traveling reserves including Haseebullah, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Sahibzada Farhan, and Salman Ali Agha, reflecting Pakistan’s depth and readiness for the upcoming series.