The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), led by Mohsin Naqvi, took a strict approach in finalizing the squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The national selectors had to review their choices multiple times before getting final approval. This highlights the PCB chairman’s firm control over team decisions.
- PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi demanded multiple squad reviews.
- Selection was finalized only after three rounds of scrutiny.
- Selectors and team management are held fully responsible for the squad.
Naqvi, who previously served as Punjab’s caretaker Chief Minister, ensured thorough scrutiny before confirming the final 15-member squad. Despite not interfering in technical cricket decisions, he made it clear that the selectors must take full accountability for their choices.
The national selection panel consists of key figures like Aaqib Javed, Asad Shafiq, Azhar Ali, Aleem Dar, and Hasan Cheema. They had to revise their squad twice before getting Naqvi’s approval. This shows how seriously PCB wants to approach the Champions Trophy 2025.
The final squad features a mix of experienced players and emerging talents.
Pakistan’s Final 15-Member Squad:
- Mohammad Rizwan (c)
- Babar Azam
- Imam-ul-Haq
- Kamran Ghulam
- Saud Shakeel
- Tayyab Tahir
- Faheem Ashraf
- Khushdil Shah
- Salman Ali Agha
- Usman Khan
- Abrar Ahmed
- Haris Rauf
- Mohammad Hasnain
- Naseem Shah
- Shaheen Shah Afridi
Naqvi has taken control of PCB operations with an iron hand. No decision is executed without his final approval. He has also brought in his own team of bureaucrats and government officials to run the board efficiently. This approach ensures strict accountability in team management.
Pakistan’s rigorous selection process aims to build a strong and well-balanced squad for the Champions Trophy. With key players like Rizwan, Babar, and Shaheen Afridi, the team has the potential to compete at the highest level. However, the pressure of strict management could also affect team morale.
The upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will be a major test for Pakistan’s new approach. If the squad performs well, this strict selection policy could become the new norm in Pakistan cricket. Fans will be eager to see if this strategy pays off on the global stage.
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
Pakistan vs New Zealand - 1st Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs India - 2nd Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs South Africa - 3rd Match, Group B | Australia vs England - 4th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs India - 5th Match, Group A | Bangladesh vs New Zealand - 6th Match, Group A | Australia vs South Africa - 7th Match, Group B | Afghanistan vs England - 8th Match, Group B | Pakistan vs Bangladesh - 9th Match, Group A | Afghanistan vs Australia - 10th Match, Group B | England vs South Africa - 11th Match, Group B | New Zealand vs India - 12th Match, Group A | TBA vs TBA, 1st Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, 2nd Semi-Final | TBA vs TBA, Final |
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Teams
PAKISTAN | NEW ZEALAND | BANGLADESH | INDIA | AFGHANISTAN | SOUTH AFRICA | AUSTRALIA | ENGLAND
