First #PAKvsBAN T20: A Look At Pakistan’s Likely Playing XI

The opening match of the three-game T20I series between Pakistan and Bangladesh is set to take place this Sunday at the Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium. As anticipation builds, here’s a look at Pakistan’s likely playing XI for the series opener.

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First #PAKvsBAN T20: Pakistan’s Top 6

Pakistan is expected to stick with the opening duo of Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub. Following them, the top six is likely to include wicketkeeper-batter Mohd. Haris, the experienced Fakhar Zaman, young prospect Hasan Nawaz, and captain Salman Ali Agha.

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Middle Order and All-Rounders

At No. 7 and 8, all-rounder Faheem Ashraf is likely to be joined by either Mohd. Nawaz or Khushdil Shah, depending on the team’s spin-batting balance. While Hussain Talat could be considered for added depth, his inclusion remains unlikely at this stage.

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First #PAKvsBAN T20: Pakistan’s Bowling Options

The bowling attack will likely feature Abbas Afridi and leg-spinner Abrar Ahmed, both of whom are expected to start. The final spot in the bowling line-up could go to either left-arm spinner Sufiyan Muqeem — who was unjustly dropped for the previous home series — or uncapped pacer Salman Daniyal, depending on pitch conditions.

With several fresh faces and strategic picks in the mix, the series promises to be an exciting test for Pakistan’s evolving T20 lineup.