Afridi, Razaq, Misbah named in Pakistan squad for Over 40s Cricket Global Cup
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The Pakistan Veterans Cricket Association (PVCA) Tuesday unveiled its 18-member squad for the upcoming Inaugural MCW Over 40s Cricket Global Cup, reported the 24NewsHD TV channel.
This prestigious event will see seasoned cricketing legends showcase their skills once again on the international stage.
Ejaz Faquih, Chairman of the Selection Committee of PVCA announced the playing squad with three reserve players, while former pace bowler Jalal-ud-din will serve as coach and Azam Khan as manager.
The Captain and Vice-Captain of the team will be announced by 16th September 2023.
The Pakistan Squad is as follows:
Shahid Afridi, Abdul Razzaq, Misbah ul Haq, Muhammad Sami, Hassan Raza, Tariq Haroon, Khurram Ali Khan, Waqas Ahmed, Abdul Qadir, Muhammad Rizwan Aslam, Kashif Sidqque, Muhammad Ilyas, Afzal Shah, Amjad Ali, Imran Ali, Tassawar Abbas, Adnan Raees, Junaid Khalil Nainitalwala.
Yasir Hameed, Haris Ayaz and Shehzad Malik will be reserved players.
A total of 36 matches will be played at five different grounds in Karachi. Pakistan Team will play all its matches against USA at National Bank Stadium.
The opening ceremony of the tournament will be held at Governor House Karachi on September 18.
The four matches of the opening Round will be played on 19th September. Pakistan will play its opening match against the USA at National Bank Stadium. All matches of the tournament will be 45 overs per inning. The final will be played on 2nd October 2023.
Reporter: Hafiz Shehbaz