T20 world cup: Pakistan squad will travel to Brisbane tomorrow except for Babar

Pakistan squad will travel to Brisbane tomorrow except for the skipper Babar Azam, according to Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).

After today's final match of the tri-nation series against New Zealand, Pakistan will play warm-up games for the T20 World Cup 2022. 

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The 27-year-old will fly directly to Melbourne following today's final match. Prior to the tournament, Babar is expected to attend the T20 World Cup trophy shoot and captain's press conference.

Shaheen Shah Afridi and Fakhar Zaman will also arrive in Brisbane tomorrow. The two cricketers attended a rehabilitation programme in London. Dr. Javed and NCA bowling coach Umar Rasheed will accompany the cricketers.

Dr. Najeeb Soomro, chief medical officer for the PCB, will join the national team before the first match against India.

The first match between Pakistan and India in the T20 World Cup 2022 is scheduled for October 23 in Melbourne. In Brisbane, the green shirts will play two warm-up games against Afghanistan and England before the main event.



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