Pakistan’s ODI Series In South Africa: 3 Cricketers Likely To Be Discarded

Pakistan’s ODI series in South Africa will commence only 3 days after the Johannesburg Test. Hence, selectors are busy finalizing the squad for the 5 matches that hold significance because of the ICC world cup this year. So, here is a look at 3 cricketers who played plenty of ODI cricket in 2018 but are likely to be discarded for the games against the Proteas.

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Fakhar Zaman

Selectors are likely to rest Fakhar Zaman so that he is able to take some time off from the game and work on his technical flaws. A good Pakistan Super League (PSL) performance will enhance the south paw’s chances for the world cup while another poor tournament will make it very difficult for him to stage a comeback anytime soon.

Shan Masood then is the favorite to replace Fakhar during the upcoming ODI series.

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Haris Sohail

Haris Sohail’s injury will not allow him to take part in the ODIs against the South African side. Therefore, chances are of either Mohd. Rizwan or Abid Ali replacing him in the squad.

Haris Sohail was picked ahead of Imad Wasim in the playing eleven during the ODI series against the Kiwis. Imad then is also likely to benefit from the development and get another opportunity to secure his ODI place.

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Junaid Khan

Junaid Khan’s dodgy fitness is likely to result in the selectors being a little more clear in showing a loss of faith in him.

Therefore, if Abbas is able to show form in the Johannesburg Test; there is every possibility of him making his ODI debut this month.