Pakistan’s T20I captain, Salman Ali Agha, has confirmed that no major changes are expected in the national squad ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
Speaking on the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) podcast, Agha emphasized that the team combination has been carefully settled after months of preparation.
“I don’t think there will be any major changes before the World Cup. This is the combination we will continue with,” said Salman Ali Agha. He added that every player has a clear role and the team will stick with the same structure moving forward.
The ICC T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka, is scheduled to run from February 7 to March 8. Pakistan has been drawn in Group A alongside India, USA, Namibia, and the Netherlands.
Agha also addressed rumors about a potential captaincy change, dismissing them completely. “As of now, the Pakistan team will compete in the T20 World Cup under my leadership,” he said confidently.
With six T20 matches remaining before the tournament, the captain stressed the importance of consistency. “We cannot make big changes in these six matches. We have played with this group for six months, and the results have started to come,” he added.
Looking ahead, Pakistan’s T20I series against Sri Lanka will provide a valuable opportunity for both senior and emerging players. “Senior players understand Sri Lankan conditions, and the new players will also gain valuable experience. The series will be important for us, and we will take it seriously,” Agha noted.
After the Sri Lanka tour, Pakistan is set to host Australia for another T20I series, wrapping up just before the 20-over World Cup.
Despite showing strong progress, Agha admitted there is room for improvement. “The team is on the right track, but there is still room for improvement. We want Pakistan to reach the level where everyone hopes to see it,” he said.
Looking ahead to his ambitions, Salman Ali Agha shared his dreams of winning major tournaments. “I want to win the T20 World Cup 2026 and then the ODI World Cup in 2027. These are my dreams, and I would be very happy if they come true,” he concluded.
