New Delhi. Pakistan cricket team has announced its team for the three-match ODI series starting against Bangladesh. This time three new players will debut in the team, and all of them will bat in the top order. Pakistan captain Shaheen Shah Afridi confirmed this on the eve of the match. This is Pakistan’s first series after the T20 World Cup 2026 and the team’s top order will look completely new this time.
Debut of three new players, batting in top 3
Afridi told that Sahibzada Farhan, Maaz Sadaqat and Shameel Hussain will debut in the first ODI match. These three players will get a chance to bat in the top 3 of the team. Farhan and Sadaqat will open the innings, while Shameel will bat at number three. Captain Afridi said that these young players will prove to be important for Pakistan cricket not only in this series but in the future.
Sahibzada Farhan, top performer of T20 World Cup
Sahibzada Farhan had a stellar performance in the recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. He scored 383 runs in the tournament, which was the most by any other player. It is noteworthy that Pakistan team could not reach the semi-finals and final of the tournament, but Farhan’s performance was very interesting and memorable. Afridi said that Farhan has been a consistent top performer in T20 and List ‘A’ cricket, so it is absolutely right to give him a chance in the ODI team.
Domestic achievements of Maaz Sadaqat and Shamil Hussain
Among the new players, Maaz Sadaqat and Shamil Hussain have left their mark in domestic cricket. Afridi said that Maaz Sadaqat will open and Shameel will bat one down. This young player is ready to show his skills in the debut match. “We are excited to see him playing for Pakistan, not just for one series, but keeping the future in mind,” Afridi said.
Pakistan’s enthusiasm and preparation for the future
Pakistan Cricket Board has included a total of six uncapped players in the team for this series, out of which three are debuting today. Giving opportunities to these young players in the team is part of the new strategy of Pakistan cricket, which includes preparing a strong batting order for the future. Afridi also added that the team will get new energy and enthusiasm, and these young players can leave their mark in big matches.
Series starting in Dhaka
This three-match ODI series will be played in Dhaka from 11 to 15 March. Pakistan’s eyes are not only on winning the series but also on giving international experience to the young players of the team. Afridi said that this debut is only the beginning and the hard work and performance of these players will prove to be very important for Pakistan cricket in the future.
Pakistan’s top order is completely new in this series. The debut of three new players and the inclusion of T20 World Cup top performer like Farhan will give new energy to the team. Between the pitch of Dhaka and the challenge of Bangladesh, this series can prove to be a golden opportunity for the young players.
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