Babar Azam to Lead Revised Pakistan Test Squad vs Sri Lanka; Aamer Jamal Recalled with 3 Debutants
The PCB has confirmed its final 16-man squad for the WTC series against Sri Lanka, featuring Babar Azam as captain, the return of Aamer Jamal, and maiden call-ups for 3 rising stars.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially finalized the national Test squad under the leadership of captain Babar Azam for the high-stakes two-match ICC World Test Championship series against Sri Lanka, scheduled to commence on November 9 in Rawalpindi.
Three Maiden Call-ups and All-Round Boost
Following stellar showings in the domestic Quaid-e-Azam Trophy, fast bowler Ali Shabbir, top-order batter Muhammad Tayyab Arif, and pacer Saqib Khan have received their maiden international call-ups.
Furthermore, dynamic pace-bowling all-rounder Aamer Jamal has been recalled to the squad following a three-day warm-up match at the Islamabad Club, reinforcing Pakistan's lower-order batting depth and seam reserves.
Match Itinerary
- 1st Test: November 9–13, 2026 – Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium
- 2nd Test: November 17–21, 2026 – National Bank Stadium, Karachi
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