A Look At Pakistan’s Possible Eleven Against Australia!

The green caps are all set to meet the Kangaroos tomorrow at Sharjah for the opening game of the 5 match series. So here is a look at Pakistan’s Possible Eleven Against Australia for the first ODI.

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Openers

In Fakhar Zaman’s absence the in-form Shan Masood is likely to be allowed an ODI debut. Hence, for now he is the favorite to partner Imam-ul-Haq not only during the opening encounter but during all five matches of the series.

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Middle Order

With Babar Azam rested and Mohd. Hafeez out of action owing to an injury Mohd. Rizwan, Harris Sohail, Shoaib Malik and Umar Akmal are likely to be used in the middle order. Rizwan besides keeping behind the wickets is also likely to bat at number 3 for the green shirts while Harris Sohail and Umar Akmal are likely to feature in their comeback game at number 4 and 6 respectively.

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All Rounders

Imad Wasim and Faheem Ashraf are likely to bat at number 7 and 8. Faheem however, might miss out if Pakistan opt to play 3 specialist fast bowlers instead of a bowling all-rounder.

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Bowlers

With Shadab Khan rested Pakistan are likely to try Yasir Shah as a backup option for the world cup. Similarly, owing to Mohd. Amir as well Usman Khan Shinwari’s poor form and because Pakistan are looking forward to testing their bench strength; any two pacers from Junaid Khan, Mohd. Abbas or Mohd. Hasnain are almost certain to feature in the side that meets the Aussie boys tomorrow.