• Pakistan have announced their playing XI for the first ODI against Australia.

  • Muhammad Irfan Khan and Saim Ayub are set to make their ODI debuts.

AUS vs PAK: Pakistan unveil their playing XI for the 1st ODI against Australia
Pakistan's playing XI for 1st ODI vs Australia

Pakistan have announced their playing XI for the first ODI against Australia, set to take place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on Monday, November 4. The match marks a significant moment for two young talents, Muhammad Irfan Khan and Saim Ayub, who are poised to make their debuts in the 50-overs format.

Debutants’ profiles

Muhammad Irfan Khan: The 21-year-old has been in impressive form domestically, showcasing his capabilities with bat in the recent domestic circuit. He averages more than 57 in First Class cricket.

Saim Ayub: A promising left-handed batter, Ayub has been recognized for his aggressive style and ability to anchor the innings, making him a valuable addition to the Pakistan line up.

Match context

This ODI is part of a three-match series against Australia, where Pakistan aims to build momentum ahead of the 2025 Champions Trophy.

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This game will also be the first of Mohammad Rizwan as white-ball captain after Babar Azam’s resignation. Rizwan opened up about his new role in a video shared by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on their social media handles. “It’s a challenge for me. On one hand it is an honor and on other hand it’s challenging,” he said.

Pakistan’s playing XI for the first ODI against Australia

Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Agha Salman (vice-captain), Mohammad Rizwan (captain and wicket-keeper), Mohammad Irfan Khan, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain

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