Overview
- Selectors and head coach Mike Hesson continue to back Salman Ali Agha, arguing for consistency despite scrutiny of his Asia Cup form.
- Multiple reports confirm the PCB opened discussions on his future after he scored 72 runs in seven Asia Cup matches at an average of 12 and a strike rate near 81.
- Board deliberations included a possible return of captaincy to Shaheen Shah Afridi, which selectors and Hesson opposed, and a debated T20I recall for Babar Azam.
- Geo News reports selection meetings are underway for the South Africa white-ball series, with two to three squad changes under consideration and senior returns possible.
- BOL News now reports the PCB is set to retain Salman as T20I captain for the South Africa series starting October 28, though no formal announcement has been issued.