Pakistan Team: The Pakistan Cricket Board has made a major decision, surprising everyone by announcing its 15-member squad for the 2026 Asian Games. With an eye on the future, the team has placed a significant bet on young talent. The squad heading to the Asian Games includes several new and uncapped players who are fully prepared to make their mark on the international stage.
The selectors have included uncapped players such as Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, and Saad Masood in the 15-member squad. These four young players are frontrunners to make their T20 International debuts for Pakistan during this major tournament. Having performed brilliantly in domestic cricket, this will be a golden opportunity for these youngsters to prove themselves.
Sahibzada Farhan Named Captain
Experienced batter Sahibzada Farhan has been appointed as Pakistan’s captain for this 10-team tournament, while aggressive right-handed batter Abdul Samad has been entrusted with the role of vice-captain. These two senior players will bear the significant responsibility of guiding this youth-laden squad and leading the charge for the title.
When Will the Matches Be Played?
The men’s cricket event at the 2026 Asian Games will be played entirely in the T20 format. This high-profile tournament is scheduled to take place from September 24 to October 3. A total of 10 teams will compete for the gold medal, promising cricket fans a series of thrilling encounters.
Regarding the tournament lineup, the 10 participating teams include India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Japan, Nepal, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Oman. Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan have secured direct entry into the competition, while Japan has also received direct entry as the host nation. Pakistan Team Squad for the 2026 Asian Games
Sahibzada Farhan (Captain), Abdul Samad (Vice-Captain), Abrar Ahmed, Ahmed Daniyal, Akif Javed, Ali Raza, Arafat Minhas, Haider Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Salman Mirza, Saad Masood, Saim Ayub, Sufiyan Muqeem, and Usman Khan.