Overview
- The PCB says no decision has been made on the ODI captain and the Selection and Advisory Committees will meet on October 20 to finalise the choice.
- Reports from multiple outlets indicate Mohammad Rizwan could be replaced, with Shaheen Shah Afridi widely cited as the leading candidate and Babar Azam and Salman Ali Agha also mentioned.
- Geo News reports that a top contender has sought assurances of a free hand through the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- Selectors and team management are considering resting some established players for the South Africa T20s to evaluate younger options and new combinations.
- Talk of recalling Babar Azam to T20Is remains unresolved, with selectors expected to weigh his Big Bash performances before any decision.