Head coach Jason Gillispie said Shaheen Afridi understands the "situation" and the break will give him quality time with his family.
Sources informed Geo News that Shaheen and Yousuf exchanged heated words, but later, the pacer apologised to him.
'So whatever runs he might not have gotten (against Ireland), you know, he wants to score double the runs.'
USA caused the biggest upset of the T20 World Cup when they shocked former champions Pakistan via the Super Over.
Pakistan cricketers face the risk of having their central contracts reviewed
Pakistan's batting mainstay Babar Azam knows he might be a bit rusty after the extended break from competitive cricket during the coronavirus shutdown but he is confident his strong basics will help him quickly get back up to speed. The elegant right-hander has been cooling his heels at home since playing a Pakistan Super League match last month as professional cricket remains suspended due to the pandemic.
The BCCI is yet to give its consent to the tentative schedule for the ICC Champions Trophy next year.
Rishabh Pant took three catches in India's narrow win over Pakistan on Sunday and fielding Coach T Dilip was quick to appreciate the efforts of his wards.
Legendary Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq ripped into the team's selection for the recent T20 World Cup, highlighting the lack of specialist middle-order batsmen as a key reason for their group stage exit.
Australia opener Travis head on Wednesday toppled India's Suryakumar Yadav as the number one batter in the latest ICC T20 rankings.
India's young batter Yashaswi Jaiswal was placed sixth with 714 points.
In the bowling department, pacer Mohammad Abbas (13th) and experienced leg-spinner Yasir Shah (24th), who have in the past, been ranked third and first, respectively, and left-arm fast bowler Shaheen Afridi (32nd) are other Pakistan players to watch.
'Agar chache ke puttar ne keh diya hai ki t-shirt chahiye Kohli ki, then do it after the game in the dressing room.'
The Indian cricket team is unlikely to travel to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy next year, BCCI sources told ANI.
Pakistani selectors on Thursday dropped leg-spinner Usama Mir for the T20 series in Ireland and England while recalling fast bowler Haris Rauf.
'As public figures we are entitled to receive all kinds of feedback. They are entitled to support or criticise us. Nevertheless, when it comes to my parent or family. I will not hesitate to respond accordingly. It is important to show respect to people and their families, irrespective of their professions.'
Babar was also one of the few bright spots from Pakistan's previous tour to Australia in 2019-2020, where he scored 97 and 101.
USA's sparkling debut, Afghan bravehearts' dream run and India's brilliance
Babar remains the linchpin of Pakistan's batting, says captain Shan Masood
Shaheen Afridi brushes aside rumours of discontent within Pakistan team
Suryakumar is placed second with 821 rating points behind Australia's Travis Head, who has 844 rating points.
Saim Ayub and Khurram Shahzad received their debut call-ups to Pakistan's squad for the three-match Test series against Australia.
Pakistan lost Mohammad Rizwan for a duck in the first over when Moeen Ali had him caught and his opening partner Saim Ayub holed out in the deep to leave the tourists reeling at 14-2.
Afghanistan's opener, Rahmanullah Gurbaz, rose a career-high 12th spot -- Gurbaz is the leading run-getter in the ongoing T20 World Cup, with 156 runs from two innings under his belt.
Aakash Chopra believes Virat Kohli can rediscover his form if he shows patience at the crease
Bowling has traditionally been Pakistan's strong suit but since that is unlikely to be the case in World Cup 2023.
Hardik became the highest wicket taker for India against Pakistan in T20Is.
'He was an artiste who loved to eat, laugh and have a good time,' says the actor.
Saurabh Netravalkar stunned tournament favourites Pakistan in a thrilling encounter.
Inzamam ul Haq blames ousted PCB Interim Committee chairman Zaka Ashraf for mess in Pakistan cricket
On Tuesday, the 6' 6" Pakistan fast bowlers was bowled over yet again by Ansha Afridi, whose dad Shahid played some cricket in his day :)
Shinwari rattled the top order as he scalped three of the opening five wickets.
Pakistan to field unchanged XI against India in Asia Cup
Images from the T20 World Cup Group A match between India and Pakistan in New York on Sunday.
Pakistan team has recently lost the three-Test series against Australia 0-3, before going down 1-4 in the five-match T20 series against New Zealand.
Pakistan cricketers floored by 'unexpected' welcome, hit nets 12 hours after arrival
Pakistan skipper Babar Azam sent a strong message to his team as they go into a crucial set of matches ahead of the ICC ODI World Cup.
Umpires called off the game when it returned after several inspections.
The last time Pakistan won a Test Down Under was in late 1995 when nearly half of the current side were not even born
PHOTOS from a memorable chase and a famous win...
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