#PAKvsAFG: A Look At Pakistan’s Likely Playing XI

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#PAKvsAFG clash in the tri-series, widely seen as a dress rehearsal for the upcoming #AsiaCup25, is set to take place today. This encounter carries added significance as Pakistan looks to fine-tune its combinations and build momentum ahead of the continental tournament. With that in mind, here’s a closer look at the playing XI Pakistan is expected field in the series opener.

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Not many changes are expected in Pakistan’s top order. Sahibzada Farhan is likely to open the innings with Saim Ayub, while the fit-again Fakhar Zaman returns at the crucial No. 3 position. Captain Salman Ali Agha, Hasan Nawaz, wicketkeeper-batter Mohd. Haris, and spin-bowling all-rounder Mohd. Nawaz are expected to follow.

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Shaheen Afridi will spearhead the bowling attack, with Hasan Ali and Haris Rauf providing support. However, Mohammad Wasim Jr. could feature ahead of Haris Rauf if the latter is not fully fit. Young left-arm spinner Sufyan Muqeem is also expected to play as the specialist spinner, but with fitness concerns surrounding him, Abrar Ahmed may come in as a likely replacement. Pakistan’s think tank may also look to test different bowling combinations in this tri-series, ensuring both pace and spin options are adequately assessed ahead of the Asia Cup. This flexibility will allow the team management to balance experience with emerging talent and make sharper decisions for bigger tournaments.

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Likely Playing XI

Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Fakhar Zaman, Salman Ali Agha (c), Hasan Nawaz, Mohd. Haris, Mohd. Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, Haris Rauf/Mohd. Waseem Jr., Sufyan Muqeem/Abrar Ahmed.

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