Former captain Babar Azam is reportedly being considered for a comeback to Pakistan’s T20 International (T20I) squad ahead of the upcoming tri-nation series and the ACC Men’s Asia Cup 2025. Sources close to the development suggest that while the selectors are interested in bringing him back, the final decision will depend on his performance in the ongoing ODI series against the West Indies. Babar Azam form and fitness are under close watch, and selectors are likely to make their call based on his consistency and match-readiness.
In contrast, Pakistan has suffered a setback with opening batsman Fakhar Zaman being ruled out of both T20I and ODI formats due to an injury sustained during the recent T20I series. He has now been advised to report to the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore for medical rehabilitation. The extent of his injury is still under evaluation, and it remains uncertain whether he will recover in time for the Asia Cup 2025. propakistan
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to announce the final squad soon after evaluating player fitness and match performance. With big tournaments approaching, the selectors are being cautious and strategic in finalizing the best possible squad.
