Pakistan's cricket management has made a surprising decision, releasing seven players, including ex-white-ball captain Salman Agha, from the Test squad touring England.
The decision comes after a disappointing performance in the ongoing series (Image Source: X/@ICC)
Aug 31, 2026
11:52 pm
What's the storyIn a major shake-up, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released seven players from its Test squad.
The decision comes after a disappointing performance in the ongoing series against England.
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Mohammad Rizwan and Ali Usman among those released with a quintet of uncapped players called up for the dead rubber at Edgbaston
The axed players include Salman Ali Agha, who captained Pakistan in their first Test in Leeds
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Test head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umer Gul have also been released.
Test head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umer Gul have also been released.
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