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Salman Ali Agha Eyes ODI World Cup, Considers T20 Break
17 Apr
Summary
- Salman Ali Agha contemplates a T20 hiatus for ODI World Cup preparation.
- The ODI World Cup is scheduled for October-November 2027.
- He advocates for a domestic pathway for PSL talent before international selection.
Pakistan's T20 captain, Salman Ali Agha, is contemplating stepping away from the T20 format to better prepare for the 2027 ODI World Cup and the ICC World Test Championship. Acknowledging the significance of the World Cup, scheduled for October-November 2027 in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia, Agha stated he would take a break if it aids his preparation.
He has captained the national T20 side for a year, but his recent performance in the format has drawn scrutiny. Despite batting at number three without significant success in the World Cup, Agha performed well in a recent ODI series against Bangladesh, scoring 106, 64, and 5.
Furthermore, Agha shared his views on the Pakistan Super League (PSL), suggesting a more robust development pathway for young talent. He believes players identified in the PSL should first prove themselves in domestic cricket before being considered for international selection, citing past instances where PSL success did not translate to the international level.
