Pakistan's T20I Progress Without Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan
Pakistan's T20 cricket team is gradually showing coherence, a secret that's hard to ignore
Since the absence of key players Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan's T20I team has shown a remarkable resilience, winning nine out of 16 matches. This shift in fortunes has been accompanied by a new, more aggressive and free-flowing batting approach.
One of the standout performers in this period has been Faheem Ashraf, batting at No.8. Faheem has added depth with the bat, scoring valuable runs, and has reliably bowled four overs of seam, providing crucial overs in the middle and death overs.
Khushdil Shah, another left-handed batter, has also made a significant impact. Shah's power-hitting in the lower order, along with the bonus of another left-arm angle, has provided a valuable option. Saim Ayub and Agha offer part-time off-spin choices, providing cover against left-handed batsmen.
Fakhar Zaman's strike rate among the openers stands out, while Pakistan's middle-over strike rate is a robust 140.39. Five players have made 40 or more runs at a strike rate above 150 in the last five overs. Six batters have scored over 100 runs at a strike rate above 140 in 2025, a significant increase from the two who did so between 2023 and 2024.
Pakistan's bowling continues to be their strongest suit, with the pace attack of Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf remaining formidable. Shadab offers leg-spin along with the ability to score quickly through the middle overs, while Hasan Nawaz provides a left-arm orthodox option.
Abrar Ahmed and Sufyan Muqeem provide variety and control among the spinners, and the PSL has unearthed further depth. Hasan Ali has rediscovered form, while Abbas Afridi and Salman Mirza have emerged as promising options.
The Pakistan cricket team has shown a shift in their approach, with responsibility being shared among players and failure no longer derailing the innings. This modern and balanced look, with a roster that includes all-rounders and a variety of bowling options, gives the captain flexibility and reduces the chance of being one-dimensional.
For a comprehensive and up-to-date list of Pakistan's T20I matches, their players, and their specific performances, we recommend that you conduct your own research on ESPN Cricinfo or the official PCB portal. We have provided a detailed method for you to do so above. If you provide the exact dates of the last 16 matches, we can also provide a summary based on our knowledge up to December 2023.
If you're interested in a summary for a specific time period before December 2024, please let us know the exact dates!
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