Pakistan Squad for the Asia Cup 2025 Revealed—No Babar and Rizwan
PCB has announced the Pakistan squad for the Tri-series and the Asia Cup 2025. PCB has selected 17 players for the Asia Cup 2025. No, Babar and Rizwan have been selected in the squad.
Salman Mirza has been added to the squad. It is a 17-member squad. Aqib Javed has announced the squad in Lahore. Here is a complete squad list:
Pakistan squad for the Asia Cup 2025—complete list announced
| Player Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Salman Ali Agha (C) | All-rounder |
| Abrar Ahmed | Bowler |
| Faheem Ashraf | All-rounder |
| Fakhar Zaman | Opening Batter |
| Haris Rauf | Bowler |
| Hasan Ali | Bowler |
| Hasan Nawaz | Batter |
| Hussain Talat | All-rounder |
| Khushdil Shah | Batter |
| Mohammad Haris (wk) | Wicketkeeper Batter |
| Mohammad Nawaz | All-rounder |
| Mohammad Waseem Jnr | All-rounder |
| Sahibzada Farhan | Opening Batter |
| Saim Ayub | Opening Batter |
| Salman Mirza | Bowler |
| Shaheen Shah Afridi | Bowler |
| Sufyan Moqim | Bowler |
Salman Ali Agha is ready to lead. It is a well-balanced squad. Openers like Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, and Fakhar Zaman are very important for the team. The middle order is very strong with Muhammad Haris, Salman Ali Agha, Hassan Nawaz, Muhammad Nawaz, Hussain Talat, and Khushdil Shah. Bowlers like Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem, Hassan Ali, Haris Rauf, and Abrar are also at their best.
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Big Names Left Out: No Babar and Rizwan
It is the first time that Babar Azam and Muhammad Rizwan will not play a big event like the Asia Cup 2025. They are also not a part of the Tri-series. It means the Pakistan team has focused on in-form players.
Big names were left out for the Asia Cup 2025. There will be no criticism of the experienced players now. There will be no strike rate talk among the fans.
Salman Ali Agha to Lead the Squad
Salman Ali Agha will lead the 17-member squad. Aqib Javed announced him as the captain. He said that they have discussed all about the squad with the captain. They came up with this final squad, which is more suitable for the Tri-series and the Asia Cup 2025.
Salman Ali Agha is going to lead the Pakistan Shaheens in the big tournament. Moreover, Fakhar Zaman will be his deputy as vice-captain in the squad.
Fresh Faces and Young Talent Included
Fresh faces have come up with this final squad. PCB has announced some very young, talented players. Salman Mirza and Sufiyan Muqeem can be a surprise for the teams.
Hassan Nawaz and Hussain Talat are also a part of it. They are also young and will showcase their talent. It is a completely fresh and balanced squad.
Focus on Team Balance and All-Rounders
Aqib Javed said that they are focusing on team balance. They have brought new talent into the game. They have focused on all-rounders like Khushdil Shah, Muhammad Nawaz, Saim Ayub, and Hussain Talat.
This focused and balanced team is a surprise for any team. Aqib Javed said it will be a complete and balanced squad, especially against India.
Final Thoughts
According to the reports, the Pakistan team will focus on the in-form players. It means they have made a complete, balanced squad. They have focused on batters’ strike rate and batting average. They added many all-rounders for a deep batting lineup.
Batters like Saim Ayub, Muhammad Haris, and Fakhar Zaman will be very good to face any team. All-rounders and bowlers are also the best in their game. Let’s see if the Pakistan team defeats their biggest rival, India.
