Pakistan Team gear up for Darwin challenge

PCB to Share Match Reports – Shaheens’ Scorecards and Stats Accessible Onlinehttps://www.pcb.com.pk/pakistan-shaheens-tour-to-australia-top-end-t20-series-202526/tournament/1412.html

Lahore, 13 August 2025:
Under the leadership of Muhammad Irfan Khan, the Pakistan Shaheens are all set to kick off their Top End T20 Series campaign on Thursday, 14 August. Their opening clash will be against Bangladesh ‘A’ at Darwin’s TIO Stadium in Australia.

The match will start at 7:00 pm local time (3:30 pm PKT). Cricket fans in Pakistan can catch the live action on A-Sports or via online streaming on ARY ZAP.

Since reaching Darwin on 10 August, the 15-member squad has participated in three intensive training sessions under the guidance of head coach Ghulam Ali and his coaching staff.

This year’s event will feature 11 teams and a total of 13 matches, played between 14 and 24 August across five venues in Darwin. The Shaheens were part of the first-ever T20 edition in 2023 under Rohail Nazir’s captaincy, where they reached the final but fell short against Northern Territory Strike by 46 runs. Last year, under Mohammad Haris, the team’s journey ended in the semi-finals after a 30-run defeat to Adelaide Strikers.

Speaking to PCB Digital on the eve of the tournament, skipper Muhammad Irfan Khan said:

“We are looking to enter the first match with the most balanced lineup possible. Bangladesh ‘A’ are a tough side, so it’s crucial to start strong. Each player has been given a specific role, and our focus will be on executing those responsibilities to secure wins. The energy and determination in the camp are high, and we are committed to giving our best throughout the tournament.”

15-Member Squad:
Muhammad Irfan Khan (captain), Abdul Samad, Ahmed Daniyal, Faisal Akram, Khawaja Mohammad Nafay (wicketkeeper), Maaz Sadaqat, Mehran Mumtaz, Mohammad Faiq, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (wicketkeeper), Mubasir Khan, Saad Masood, Shahid Aziz, Ubaid Shah, Yasir Khan.

Team Management:
Ghulam Ali (Head Coach), Sami Ullah Niazi (Bowling Coach), Mansoor Amjad (Fielding Coach), Muhammad Ibrahim (Analyst), Muhammad Aleem (Physio).

Pakistan Shaheens – Fixtures:

• 14 Aug – vs Bangladesh ‘A’, TIO Stadium (7:00 pm local time)

• 16 Aug – vs Scorchers, TIO Stadium (4:00 pm local time)

• 18 Aug – vs Renegades, TIO Stadium (6:00 pm local time)

• 19 Aug – vs Kingsmen, DXC Arena (1:00 pm local time)

• 20 Aug – vs Strikers, DXC Arena (7:00 pm local time)

• 22 Aug – vs Nepal, DXC Arena (7:00 pm local time)

• 24 Aug – Semi-finals and Final