The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced its 15-member squad for the upcoming Asian Games 2026 to be held in Aichi–Nagoya, Japan, featuring a mix of experienced players and fresh faces.
The squad includes four uncapped T20 International players, while Sahibzada Farhan has been appointed as the captain for the tournament, marking his first time leading Pakistan in any format.
Sahibzada Farhan leads Pakistan squad for Asian Games 2026
The appointment of Sahibzada as captain is one of the biggest highlights of the squad announcement. The Asian Games 2026 will be the first occasion where he leads the national side.
Sahibzada Farhan has played 6 ODIs and 46 T20 Internationals so far, scoring 1305 runs in T20Is at an impressive strike rate of 136.64, including 2 centuries and 10 half-centuries.
Sahibzada to lead young Pakistan team with new faces
The Sahibzada Farhan-led squad features four uncapped players in T20 Internationals — Aaqif Javed, Ali Raza, Maaz Sadaqat, and Saad Masood — highlighting PCB’s focus on youth development.
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Abdul Samad has been named vice-captain despite limited recent international exposure, having played only 5 T20Is so far.
Sahibzada brings experience to young squad
As captain, Sahibzada brings valuable white-ball experience, especially in T20 cricket, where he has been a consistent performer for Pakistan.
Selectors have expressed confidence that Sahibzada leadership and batting form will help guide the young squad in a major multi-sport event.
Pakistan squad aims for strong Asian Games 2026 performance
The squad selection reflects a balance between experience and new talent as Pakistan prepares for the continental competition in Japan later this year.
Under the leadership of Sahibzada , the team will look to make a strong impact at the Asian Games 2026.