Zaid Hassan

With a squad that blends explosive batting, versatile all-rounders, and sharp pace, the young Pakistanis enter the tournament as genuine contenders

Global tournaments are not won by star power alone but through balance, clarity of roles, and teamwork

For the hosts, this series is less about the immediate result and more about refinement

With the ODI series locked at 1-1, both sides enter the deciding contest knowing there is far more than just bragging rights at stake.

With both teams coming into the series with contrasting forms and stakes, the stage is set for an exciting contest

Unlike Babar, Fakhar can bat in the middle order and attack spinners, a skill Pakistan desperately needs on turning tracks