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In a perplexing move, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a lackluster 16-member Test squad for their upcoming series, despite the team's humiliating 2-0 defeat at home against Bangladesh. The squad, led by Shan Masood, seems to have ignored the lessons from the recent drubbing.
The selection raises eyebrows as it fails to address the glaring issues that plagued the team against Bangladesh. The same players who struggled against the Tigers have been retained, with the only change being the inclusion of left-arm spinner Noman Ali, replacing injured fast bowler Khurram Shahzad.
Squad Analysis
The squad lacks depth and fresh talent. The top-order batting, which crumbled against Bangladesh, remains unchanged. The bowling attack, too, seems unaltered, despite being ineffective in the previous series. The inclusion of Sarfaraz Ahmed as a second wicket-keeper raises questions, considering Mohammad Rizwan's established position behind the stumps.
PCB's Vision Under Scrutiny
The PCB's failure to inject new blood and address glaring weaknesses has sparked concerns about the team's direction. The squad's inability to learn from recent setbacks and adapt to changing circumstances has left fans and experts wondering about the board's vision for Pakistan cricket.
Squad List
1. Shan Masood (captain)
2. Saud Shakeel (vice-captain)
3. Aamir Jamal
4. Abdullah Shafique
5. Abrar Ahmed
6. Babar Azam
7. Mir Hamza
8. Mohammad Huraira
9. Mohammad Rizwan (wicket-keeper)
10. Naseem Shah
11. Noman Ali
12. Saim Ayub
13. Salman Ali Agha
14. Sarfaraz Ahmed (wicket-keeper)
15. Shaheen Shah Afridi
Only time will tell if this squad can redeem themselves and prove their critics wrong.
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