Pakistan cricket team departs for New Zealand for upcoming T20I series

The five-match T20 International series between Pakistan and New Zealand is set to begin on March 16

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The Pakistan cricket team has departed for New Zealand from Lahore Airport via Dubai, heading to Christchurch for their upcoming tour.

The five-match T20 International series between Pakistan and New Zealand is set to begin on March 16.

The squad for the tour includes young talents Abdul Samad and Hassan Nawaz, both of whom have been selected for the national team for the first time.

Pakistan’s vice-captain, Shadab Khan, expressed his excitement about his new responsibilities, stating, “I have been entrusted with an additional role, and I will try my best to perform well.”

He further highlighted the energy within the team, saying, “There are many young players in the squad. The energy and positivity of youth are different. We have high expectations from the debutants, and we hope to achieve success.”

Meanwhile, New Zealand has included seven players from their Champions Trophy finalist squad for the series. All-rounder Michael Bracewell has been named as the team’s captain.