Predicting Pakistan’s Playing XI for the first T20I against New Zealand

Pakistan cricket has been in the doldrums in the last few weeks thanks to their early exit from the Champions Trophy tournament. the latest tour of New Zealand will be the perfect chance for the Pakistanis to get back into the groove and prepare for the T20 World Cup next year.

Salman Agha has been named as the captain of the side which features some new names. The likes of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam haven’t been considered. Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf have kept their place but the likes of Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah have been ignored.

Here is the likely PAK vs NZ XI in first T20I game

Top order – Mohammad Haris and Omair Yousuf

Mohammad Haris is one of the naturally attacking batters who can play the modern T20 game with ease. Haris is known to be a brilliant striker of the ball and can clear the boundary ropes with ease. Omair Yousuf on the other hand is a batter of repute who can score runs with relative ease. Yousuf will look to grab the chance with both hands and impressed the selectors.

Middle Order – Usman Khan, Salman Agha, Irfan Khan

For the first time, Pakistan’s middle-order in the T20 format will be packed with power hitters. Usman Khan and Salman Agha the captain are already known for their ability to clear the field with ease. Irfan Khan has already given few glimpses of his talents with the bat while playing for the national side as well as the PSL.

Lower-order- Khushdil Shah, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi

Khushdil Shah was one of the few bright spots for Pakistan in the CT2025 tournament. Shah impressed everyone with his power hitting and ability to bowl crucial overs. Shadab Khan gets a chance to make his comeback to the side and become a permanent member of the side after having a few rough years. Shaheen Afridi will like the conditions in New Zealand as he will get good swing in the air and trouble the batters.

Tail enders – Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, Abrar Ahmed

Haris Rauf will provide the much needed bowling fireworks with Abbas Afridi. This could be the last chance for Rauf to put up his hands ahead of the T20 World Cup next year, Abrar Ahmed will want to continue his good form that was seen in CT2025 and pick wickets for his side.

PAK XI vs NZ

Mohammad Haris, Omair Yousuf, Usman Khan, Salman Agha, Irfan Khan, Shadab Khan, Khushdil Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Abbas Afridi, and Abrar Ahmed.

Disclaimer: This Exclusive News is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. As you review this information, consider the points mentioned and form your own conclusions.

For more exclusive updates Visit BJSports to access Exclusive News that is only for you, incisive analysis, and updates, and to keep up with all of the latest information on your remarkable cricket favorite players and teams. To ensure you never miss out, join in on the fun right away!