Following two washed-out matches, the game in Florida finally proceeded. In this final group stage and tournament match, Pakistan faced Ireland. Pakistan, eager to conclude on a victorious note, showcased strong gameplay. After the toss, the Pakistan skipper announced that one of their key players would be absent from the game against Ireland. Despite this, the team remained focused on ending their tournament campaign with a win, determined to make the most of the opportunity and deliver an impressive performance. Find out why Naseem Shah is missing from today’s T20 World Cup 2024 clash against IRE.
Naseem Shah Misses Out the Match Against Ireland:
In their final match against Ireland, Pakistan’s captain Babar Azam opted to bowl first after winning the toss. He announced that Naseem Shah, their key bowler, would be sitting out this game. Clarifying that the decision was not due to any injury, Babar mentioned it was purely a strategic move by the management.
To fill Naseem Shah’s spot, Abbas Afridi was brought into the playing XI. This decision highlighted the team’s depth and their confidence in Afridi’s abilities to step up in such a crucial match. With this change, Pakistan aimed to maintain their competitive edge and leverage their strategic planning to secure a win against Ireland. This move also provided an opportunity for Afridi to showcase his skills on an international platform.
After winning the toss skipper Babar Azam said, “ We’ll have a bowl first. Last three days, the pitch has been covered, little bit moisture on it. As a professional, you need to prepare for every match. We’ll look to play our best today. We have one change. Naseem isn’t playing, Abbas is playing.”
Pakistan’s Playing XI:
Mohammad Rizwan(w), Saim Ayub, Babar Azam(c), Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Shadab Khan, Imad Wasim, Shaheen Afridi, Abbas Afridi, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Amir
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