Why Rizwan, Shaheen & Shadab Face Career Risk in 2025

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We’re through the first quarter of 2025, and it’s been a particularly disappointing stretch for Rizwan, Shaheen, and Shadab. Here’s a look at why all three are now at risk of losing their spots in Pakistan’s playing XI.

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Pakistan’s ODI captain, Mohammad Rizwan, has now lost 7 out of the 9 ODIs he has led the team in this year. Having already lost his place in the T20 squad, a poor showing in the PSL could cost him not just the captaincy but also his spot in the ODI lineup altogether.

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Shaheen Afridi has struggled to make an impact with both the new and old ball throughout the year. Inconsistency has plagued his performances, and with Akif Javed emerging as a strong contender, a poor PSL could very well lead to Shaheen being dropped from all formats. Notably, the selectors already seem reluctant to consider him for Test cricket in the near future.

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Shadab Khan made a return to Pakistan’s T20 playing XI after a lengthy absence due to poor form, but his performance in the recently concluded T20 series in New Zealand was once again underwhelming. He has never been a consistent part of Pakistan’s first-choice Test XI, and with Abrar Ahmed and Sufyan Muqeem now solidifying their places in the limited-overs formats, Shadab finds himself in a tough spot. At this point, even a strong showing in the PSL might not be enough to secure his place in the national setup.

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