Pakistan Shaheens Squads Announced for ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 Warm-Up Matches

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially announced the Pakistan Shaheens squads for the warm-up matches ahead of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, which is set to take place from February 19 to March 9. These preparatory matches will be crucial for the participating teams to fine-tune their strategies before the major tournament.

Pakistan Shaheens’ Warm-Up Match Schedule

The Pakistan Shaheens will be competing in three warm-up matches, beginning on February 14 against Afghanistan at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. The team will then face South Africa and Bangladesh on February 17, with the matches taking place in Karachi and Dubai, respectively.

Match Fixtures:

• February 14 – Shaheens vs Afghanistan at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
• February 16 – New Zealand vs Bangladesh at National Bank Stadium, Karachi
• February 17 – Shaheens vs South Africa at National Bank Stadium, Karachi
• February 17 – Shaheens vs Bangladesh at ICC Cricket Academy, Dubai

Leadership and Coaching Staff

Each match will be led by a different captain, and renowned coaches will guide the teams throughout their preparation:

• Shadab Khan will captain the squad against Afghanistan, with Mansoor Amjad serving as coach-cum-manager.
• Mohammad Huraira will lead the team against South Africa, with Ijaz Ahmed as the coach-cum-manager.
• Mohammad Haris will take charge against Bangladesh, under the guidance of Umar Gul, who will also serve as coach-cum-manager.

Pakistan Shaheens’ Squads for Warm-Up Matches

Squad for Afghanistan Match:

• Shadab Khan (c), Abdul Faseeh, Arafat Minhas, Hussain Talat, Jahandad Khan, Kashif Ali, Mohsin Riaz, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir Khan, Muhammad Akhlaq, Muhammad Imran Randhawa, Muhammad Irfan Khan

Squad for South Africa Match:

• Mohammad Huraira (c), Amad Butt, Faisal Akram, Hassan Nawaz, Imam-ul-Haq, Khurram Shahzad, Maaz Sadaqat, Mehran Mumtaz, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Niaz Khan, Qasim Akram, Saad Khan

Squad for Bangladesh Match:

• Mohammad Haris (c), Aamir Jamal, Abdul Samad, Ali Raza, Azan Awais, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Mubasir Khan, Musa Khan, Omair Bin Yousuf, Sahibzada Farhan, Sufiyan Moqim, Usama Mir

Significance of the Warm-Up Matches

These warm-up matches will serve as a critical testing ground for the Pakistan Shaheens to evaluate their strengths, identify weaknesses, and fine-tune their game plans ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. Competing against top teams like Afghanistan, South Africa, and Bangladesh will provide valuable experience to the players.

Additionally, these matches offer an opportunity for young talents to showcase their skills, making a case for future inclusion in Pakistan’s senior national squad. The performances in these warm-up fixtures could significantly impact squad selections for the main tournament.

Conclusion

With a well-balanced squad and experienced coaching staff, the Pakistan Shaheens are well-prepared to make an impact in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 warm-up matches. The upcoming fixtures will be an exciting opportunity for cricket fans to witness the rising stars of Pakistan cricket as they prepare for one of the biggest tournaments in the cricketing world.