Lahore (Sports Desk) –
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the national cricket team for the upcoming tri-nation series and Asia Cup 2025. During a press conference held in Lahore, the selectors, Director High Performance Center and Head Coach Mike Hesson announced a strong and balanced 17-member squad.

The squad features a blend of youthful spirit and experienced skill, while Salman Ali Agha has been retained as captain.

List of selected players:
Fakhar Zaman
Shaheen Shah Afridi
Haris Rauf
Saim Ayub
Khushdil Shah
Hussain Talat
Muhammad Nawaz
Muhammad Wasim Jr.
Muhammad Haris
Abrar Ahmed
Faheem Ashraf
Hassan Ali
Hassan Nawaz
Sahibzada Farhan
Salman Mirza
Sufyan Muqim
Salman Ali Agha (Captain)

Confidence of selectors and coach
National Chief Selector Aqib Javed said that the team has been formed on the basis of performance and fitness. He said that Fakhar Zaman’s recent performance further strengthened the decision to include him in the squad.
He also made it clear that no door has been closed on any player and every eligible player will be given a chance.

Head Coach Mike Hesson expressed satisfaction with the team’s recent performance and said that 6 victories in the last 9 matches are proof of the team’s determination, discipline and hard work. He said that the focus of the players is on continuous wins and quality play.

Details of major events:
Tri-series:
Sharjah,
🗓 August 29 to September 7
Teams: Pakistan, Afghanistan, UAE

Asia Cup 2025:
Abu Dhabi and Dubai,
September 9 to 28

New hopes, new passion
Keeping this new squad in mind, cricket fans have high expectations from the national team. With talented players and an experienced coaching staff, Team Pakistan is ready for a hopeful journey towards new achievements.