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Farhan Yousuf

Pakistan announces squad for ICC under-19 World Cup

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LAHORE: The Pakistan Under-19 cricket team has been announced for the upcoming tri-nation series and the ICC Under-19 World Cup. Farhan Yousuf will continue as captain, with only one change in the squad: Umar Zubair replaces Mohammad Huzaifa.

The squad includes captain Farhan Yousuf, vice-captain Usman Khan, Abdul Subhan, Ahmad Hussain, Ali Hassan Baloch, Ali Raza, Daniyal Ali Khan, and Umar Zubair.

Additional members are Hamza Zahoor, Huzaifa Ahsan, Momin Qamar, Mohammad Siyyam, Mohammad Shayan, Naqab Shafiq, and Sameer Minhas.

Pakistan qualified for the semi-finals of the Under-19 Asia Cup after defeating the UAE by 70 runs.

The tri-nation series will be held in Zimbabwe from December 25 to January 6, featuring Pakistan, Afghanistan, and host Zimbabwe. Pakistan’s Under-19 team is expected to play at least four matches in the series.

The ICC Under-19 World Cup will take place from January 15 to February 6 in Namibia and Zimbabwe, with both tournaments played in the 50-over format.

Sarfraz Ahmed appointed as manager and mentor of Pakistan U19 team

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Sarfraz Ahmed

KARACHI: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has appointed former national captain Sarfraz Ahmed as the manager and mentor of the Pakistan Under-19 cricket team. He will accompany the team for the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup.

The tournament is scheduled to take place in Dubai from 12 to 21 December, with Farhan Yousuf leading the team as captain and Usman Khan serving as vice-captain.

The squad also includes players Abdul Subhan, Ahmed Hussain, Ali Hassan Baloch, Ali Raza, Daniyal Ali Khan, Hamza Zahoor, and Huzaifa Ahsan, along with Momin Qamar, Muhammad Huzaifa, Muhammad Siyyam, Muhammad Shayan, Naqab Shafiq, and Sameer Minhas.

Pakistan announces U19 Asia Cup 2025 squad

Meanwhile, Pakistan has announced its U19 Asia Cup squad for the tournament in Dubai from December 12 to 21, with Farhan Yousuf appointed as captain.

The squad features a blend of talented youngsters, including Abdul sabhan, Ahmed Hussain, Ali Hasan Baloch, Ali Raza, Daniyal Ali Khan, Hamza Zahoor, Huzaifa Ahsan, Momin Qamar, Muhammad Huzaifa, Muhammad Syyam, Muhammad Shayan, Naqab Shafiq, and Sameer Minhas.

Pakistan will begin its campaign on December 12 against Qualifier 3 at Sevens Stadium, followed by a crucial clash with India on December 14 at the ICC Academy, and a third group match on December 16 against Qualifier 1. The semi-final is scheduled for December 19, with the final on December 21.

The team will be guided by an experienced support staff: Sarfraz Ahmed (Manager/Mentor), Shahid Anwar (Head & Batting Coach), Rao Aftakhar (Bowling Coach), Mansoor Amjad (Fielding Coach), Abrar Ahmed (Trainer), Ubaidullah (Physio), and Ali Hamza (Analyst).

With a star-studded squad and strong leadership, Pakistan aims to make a powerful impact in Asia’s premier youth cricket tournament.