Pakistan Shaheens Squad Announced for Top End T20 Series 2025 in Australia

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has confirmed a 15-member Pakistan Shaheens squad for the upcoming Top End T20 Series 2025, scheduled to begin on August 14 in Darwin, Australia. Middle-order batter Muhammad Irfan Khan will captain the squad in a competitive six-team tournament that includes Bangladesh ‘A’, Nepal, and four Australian domestic sides.

This tournament is seen as an excellent opportunity for emerging players and those on the fringe of the national squad to gain experience in international conditions. It will also serve as preparation for Pakistan’s upcoming T20 international season.

Experienced Names and Fresh Talent

The squad features a blend of experience and youth.

• Haider Ali, with 35 T20Is, is the most capped player.

• Abdul Samad (5 T20Is) and Faisal Akram (3 ODIs) also bring international experience.

• Ahmed Daniyal and Mohammad Salman Mirza, currently in Pakistan’s T20I pool for the Bangladesh series, are also included.

All-rounder Mubasir Khan and left-arm spinner Mehran Mumtaz make their return based on solid domestic form.

Full Match Schedule Released

The Top End T20 Series will be played at two venues: TIO Stadium and DXC Arena.

• August 14: vs Bangladesh ‘A’ (TIO Stadium)

• August 16: vs Scorchers

• August 18: vs Renegades

• August 19: vs Kingsmen (DXC Arena)

• August 20: vs Strikers

• August 22: vs Nepal

• August 24: Semi-finals and Final

All matches will follow a fixed time slot, ensuring regular competition for the players.

Full Pakistan Shaheens Squad 2025:

• Muhammad Irfan Khan (Captain)

• Abdul Samad

• Ahmed Daniyal

• Faisal Akram

• Haider Ali

• Maaz Sadaqat

• Mehran Mumtaz

• Khawaja Mohammad Nafay (WK)

• Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (WK)

• Mubasir Khan

• Saad Masood

• Mohammad Salman Mirza

• Shahid Aziz

• Ubaid Shah

• Yasir Khan

Team Management Staff:

• Ghulam Ali – Head Coach

• Sami Ullah Niazi – Bowling Coach

• Mansoor Amjad – Fielding Coach

• Muhammad Ibrahim – Analyst

• Muhammad Aleem – Physio

PCB will soon announce the dates and details of the pre-tour training camp in Lahore.

This tour reflects PCB’s focus on building a strong white-ball bench, especially ahead of the major T20 tournaments in 2026.