Pakistan’s Strongest Playing 11 for T20 World Cup 2024

With the T20 World Cup 2024 just around the corner, cricket fans are eager to see which team will emerge victorious. Pakistan, under the leadership of Babar Azam, will be looking to avenge their defeat in the 2022 final and lift the coveted trophy. While the official squad announcement is awaited, let’s dissect a probable Pakistan playing XI for the tournament.

1. Babar Azam (Captain): The leader of the pack, and prolific batsman remains a cornerstone of the team. He is capable of anchoringthe innings, in case of a top order collapse.

2. Mohammad Rizwan (WK): A dependable wicket-keeper and a solid batter at the top, Rizwan provides a vital foundation for the Pakistani innings. He can swing the bat and can play a role of an anchor and aggressor as the situation demands.

3. Saim Ayub: While Saim Ayub opened the inning alongside captain Babar Azam during the Ireland series but his inconsistency might make the management take harsh decisions and push him down the order.

4. Usman Khan: Usman Khan is another aggressive option for the Men in Green. He is capable of taking down any bowling lineup on the given day.

5. Iftikhar Ahmed: An experienced all-rounder, Iftikhar Ahmed brings valuable batting depth and spin bowling options. He in often seen as the hard-hitting batter for his six hitting abilities.

6. Imam Wasim: While not a confirmed pick, Imad Wasim’s experience could be a valuable addition to the middle order. He came out of the retirement to play World Cup for Pakistan.

7. Shadab Khan: A vital cog in the batting and bowling lineup, Shadab Khan offers valuable spin bowling and explosive batting in the lower middle order.

8. Shaheen Afridi: The young pace sensation, Shaheen Afridi, will spearhead the bowling attack with his swing and pace. He is one of the most lethal left-arm pacer in the world cricket currently.

9. Naseem Shah: Another rising star, Naseem Shah provides express pace and wicket-taking potential. Although he looked a bit off colours in his last few outings, he remains Pakistan’s reliable pick.

10. Mohammad Amir: The experienced campaigner, Mohammad Amir, brings control and variations to the pace attack. Just like Imad Wasim, Amir, too came out of the retirement to play the binneial tournament for Pakistan.

11. Usama Mir: A leg-spinner who impressed in the PSL, might find a place in the squad if the selectors prioritize a wrist-spinner alongside Shadab Khan.

Pakistan T20 World Cup Squad (Probable)

Babar Azam (c). Abrar Ahmed, Azam Khan, Fakhar Zaman. Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Abbas Afridi. Mohammad Rizwan. Mohammad Amir, Irfan Khan, Naseem Shah. Saim Ayub, Shadab Khan. Shaheen Afridi, Usama Mir. Usman Khan. Zaman Khan.