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Big trouble for Babar Azam, star batter likely to be dropped from Pakistan's T20I squad for New Zealand tour

Babar Azam will miss his spot in Pakistan's T20I squad against New Zealand, which is scheduled to start from March 16. Pakistan will play three T20Is and five ODIs against New Zealand.

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• Mon • 03 Mar 2025

Babar Azam of Pakistan leaves the field after being dismissed during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match between Pakistan and India

Highlights:

Pakistan will depart for New Zealand on March 12.

Pakistan are scheduled to play three T20Is and five ODIs against New Zealand.

Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan are currently facing a lot of criticism after their Champions Trophy 2025 fiasco. Despite hosts Pakistan was among the first team to get disqualified from the mega event after losing their first two group stage matches against New Zealand and India respectively.

After getting out from the Champions Trophy, Pakistan are scheduled to travel to New Zealand for the white ball series that includes three T20Is followed by five ODIs.

Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam faced a lot of criticism for his slow knock against New Zealand and for his dismal performance against India.

As per cricket Pakistan, Babar Azam is unlikely to be part of Pakistan’s T20 squad for the tour. Discussions have also begun regarding senior players taking a break from the series. However, no final decision has been made regarding Babar Azam’s inclusion in the ODI squad.

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The report also added that Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management has decided to include young players in the T20 squad for the New Zealand tour.

Earlier, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi met Pakistan players who have performed exceptionally well in domestic cricket. Pakistan squad will depart for New Zealand on March 12 and the T20I series is scheduled to start from March 16, followed by a three-match ODI series starting on March 29.