Former captain Babar Azam and pacer Naseem Shah have been recalled to Pakistan's T20 squad for the upcoming home assignment against South Africa and a tri-Series involving Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe next month.
Social media was quick to react, urging the former captain to 'focus on his batting' rather than engaging in photo sessions.
Pakistan's cricket captain is with his mother in Mecca; Rizwan is with his mother and wife.
Former Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal has launched a scathing attack on former captain Babar Azam, accusing him of failing to build a strong bench during his tenure.
Abbas also acknowledged the consistency displayed by India across formats and said the Rohit Sharma-led team will be a strong contender for the upcoming Champions Trophy.
Pakistan captain Salman Agha and Australia skipper Mitchell Marsh were spotted on a tuk-tuk ride near Gaddafi Stadium ahead of the T20I series opener in Lahore, triggering mixed reactions on social media.
'He's still at his peak. I wanted to take something from his game. I learnt a lot from him.'
Ravichandran Ashwin said on Tuesday that star Pakistan batter Babar Azam "should not be mentioned in the same line" as Indian icon Virat Kohli
Pakistan selectors want Babar Azam to open in CT, hope star batter will emulate Sachin Tendulkar
Pakistan Skipper Babar Azam has come out in Virat Kohli's support after the latter's slump in form.
The dismissal marked a significant low point in Azam's otherwise illustrious career.
Australia captain Mitchell Marsh said the team is ready for the Pakistan T20I series despite a short, interrupted build-up, calling the tour vital preparation for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
It is often speculated that the Pakistan team has two factions -- one supporting Skipper Babar Azam, while the other group is loyal to fast bowler Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Babar had stepped down from his leadership role across formats following the conclusion of the 2023 ODI World Cup.
Pathan slammed the Pakistan skipper for his knock and felt that Babar didn't help his team's cause.
The Bangladesh series will be the first stint for former Australian pacer Jason Gillespie as Pakistan's red-ball head coach.
Jason Gillespie has backed Babar Azam to find his purple patch after his lean form continued in their ongoing series against Bangladesh.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi summoned white-ball head coach Gary Kirsten to talk about the team's future
Gambhir expressed his confidence in Babar Azam's potential
The 34-year-old actor took to Instagram and said he is recovering well.
With stars Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan sidelined, it will be a test of character for the Salman Agha-led Pakistan side.
Mohammed Yousuf, offered support to struggling batter Babar Azam amid a challenging Test series against Australia.
Former Sindh governor Mohammad Zubair also lashed out, alleging Naqvi dropped Pakistan's top players, leading to team's three consecutive defeats at the hands of arch-rivals India.
Afridi said Rohit instils a sense of self-belief in his team with his aggressive style of play.
Pakistan collapsed from 362-5 to 378 all out as Muthusamy finished with Test best figures of 6-117.
The 53-year-old said he had immense respect for some of the Indian players of his generation but never showed it on the field.
Babar's answer stumped the questioner and left everyone in splits.
'There is hard work involved and that is why I have been able to give good performances.'
In the four Tests played during the year, Babar scored 338 runs at an average of 67.6.
The Nassau County International Cricket Stadium will be India's home ground during the group stage, featuring matches against Ireland and the hosts USA.
Morne Morkel resigns as Pakistan's bowling coach
Latif said India have superior spinners and based on current form, Rohit Sharma's men are favourites for a win on Sunday.
Pakistan's Kamran Akmal identified technical problems that are affecting Babar Azam's recent slump in form
Pakistan captain Babar Azam picks Kohli, Rohit, and Williamson as his favourite batters
Babar who currently sits comfortably at the summit of the ODI rankings continued to impress with bat in the month of August.
The Indian team has long gap between its group matches and Lahore is located close to the Indian border.
These transfers can be seen as part of a continuing process on General Asim Munir's part to keep his senior generals happy, notes Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at RA&W.
Babar Azam said that the partnership between Mohammed Rizwan and Mohammad Nawaz was the turning point of the match
Mehidy Hasan Miraz claimed five wickets as Bangladesh bowled out Pakistan for 274 on the second day of their rain-hit second Test at Rawalpindi
Shaheen Afridi has been left out of Pakistan's squad for a two-Test series in South Africa in a bid to keep him fresh for the Champions Trophy at home next year
