Fast bowler Ali Raza and wicketkeeper-batter Muhammad Ghazi Ghori have been added to the Pakistan Shaheens squad for the three-day practice match against the West Indies Test squad, starting Friday, January 10, at the Islamabad Club.
Changes to the Squad
Wicketkeeper-batter Haseebullah and pacer Ahmed Bashir have been ruled out. Haseebullah sustained a thumb injury during the recent South Africa tour, while Ahmed Bashir has been advised to focus on his bowling workload after recovering from a groin strain in December.
Pakistan Shaheens Squad
- Captain: Imam-ul-Haq
- Players: Ahmed Safi Abdullah, Ali Raza, Ali Zaryab, Hussain Talat, Kashif Ali, Mohammad Huraira, Mohammad Rameez Jnr, Mohammad Suleman, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wicketkeeper), Musa Khan, Omair Bin Yousuf, Rohail Nazir, Saad Khan
West Indies Squad
- Captain: Kraigg Brathwaite
- Players: Alick Athanaze, Amir Jangoo, Anderson Phillip, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Joshua Da Silva (wicketkeeper), Jomel Warrican, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Keacy Carty, Kemar Roach, Kevin Sinclair, Mikyle Louis, Tevin Imlach
The match serves as a crucial preparation opportunity for both squads ahead of their respective international fixtures.
