Pakistan vs New Zealand: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) finds itself in a quandary regarding the appointment of a vice-captain for the white-ball team, despite Babar Azam’s reinstatement as captain ahead of the New Zealand series at home.
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Wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan and all-rounder Shadab Khan are in the race to become the Pakistan white-ball team’s vice-captain, according to local media.
Babar Azam is all set to lead the team into the T20 World Cup in June, Wahab Riaz, a member of the selection committee and senior team manager, emphasised the ongoing discussions concerning the vice-captaincy role, aiming to ensure strong support for Azam’s leadership.
The decision on who gets the role ahead of the five-match T20I series against New Zealand is expected after Eid-ul-Fitr holidays.
It must be noted that the Pakistan squad will assemble in Islamabad on April 14 ahead of the T20I series against New Zealand on home soil.
On the other hand, the New Zealand squad, led by Michael Bracewell, will depart for Pakistan on April 12.
Pakistan squad for New Zealand series ( Pakistan vs New Zealand )
Babar Azam (c), Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Rizwan, Mohammad Amir, Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan, Shaheen Afridi, Usman Khan, Zaman Khan, Usama Mir
Non-travelling reserves: Haseebullah, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Wasim Jr, Sahibzada Farhan, Salman Ali Agha
New Zealand T20I squad for Pakistan tour (Pakistan vs New Zealand )
Michael Bracewell (c), Finn Allen, Mark Chapman, Josh Clarkson, Jacob Duffy, Dean Foxcroft, Ben Lister, Cole McConchie, Adam Milne, Jimmy Neesham, Will O’Rourke, Tim Robinson, Ben Sears, Tim Seifert (WK), Ish Sodhi
Pakistan vs New Zealand T20I series schedule
14 April — New Zealand arrive in Pakistan
16-17 April — Training/practice
18 April — 1st T20I, Rawalpindi
20 April — 2nd T20I, Rawalpindi
21 April — 3rd T20I, Rawalpindi
25 April — 4th T20I, Lahore
27 April — 5th T20I, Lahore
“Babar Azam is the white ball captain. As far as the vice-captain is concerned, discussions are still continuing,” said Wahab Riaz while addressing media. “We want somebody to stand by Babar. We will look into everything that is beneficial for the betterment of the team and make announcements later.”
Afridi’s discontent was compounded by the lack of communication from PCB regarding the decision to replace him with Azam merely two months before the Men’s T20 World Cup. Rumours suggest Afridi’s dissatisfaction stemmed from the handling of his captaincy and were fueled further by a cryptic Instagram post hinting at his frustration with PCB’s decisions.
Explaining the rationale behind Azam’s captaincy reinstatement, Riaz underscored the desire to preserve Shaheen Shah Afridi’s pivotal role as the team’s premier bowler and Pakistan’s cricketing figurehead. Riaz stressed the importance of keeping Afridi mentally unburdened and primed for forthcoming major tournaments, ensuring his readiness to deliver top-tier performances.
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming and Live broadcast in the UK
Pakistan vs New Zealand five-match series will be played from April 18 to April 27 in Rawalpindi and Lahore. All the matches will start at 7 PM local time (3 PM BST, London) while the toss is half an hour before. The Live telecast of Pakistan vs New Zealand in the UK will be on ARY Digital Channel. Find the complete schedule below
Pakistan vs New Zealand Live Streaming, Live broadcast in USA and Canada
All the matches will start at 10 AM EDT (New York and Toronto) while the toss is half an hour before. The Live telecast of Pakistan vs New Zealand in the USA and Canada will be on Willow TV and the app.
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