WATCH: Pakistan cricketers embrace wild west spirit ahead of T20 World Cup opener

 Pakistan team has traded in their cricket whites for cowboy hats as they gear up for the T20 World Cup 2024 being co-hosted by the USA and West Indies. 

Led by skipper Babar, the players embraced their inner cowboys in a promotional video released by the ICC on social media.

The video showcases stars like Shaheen Afridi, Iftikhar Ahmed, and Naseem Shah donning a range of cowboy hats, adding a touch of Wild West flair to their preparations. 

ICC dubbed the team "Howdy PK" in the playful clip, highlighting the camaraderie and fun spirit among the players.

Despite a challenging run in the recent T20I series, where Pakistan faced setbacks against England, the team is determined to make a mark in the ongoing mega-event tournament.

The man in Green will kickoff their campaign against hosts USA on June 6, setting the stage for an exciting clash of cricketing prowess.

Pakistan finds themselves in Group A alongside formidable opponents like India, Ireland, and Canada, promising fans a thrilling contest for the coveted T20 World Cup 2024 trophy.

Pakistan Squad for T20 World Cup 2024: Babar Azam (C), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Rizwan, Azam Khan, Shadab Khan, Fakhar Zaman, Usman Khan, Iftikhar Ahmed, Imad Wasim, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Amir, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Haris Rauf.

Pakistan’s schedule of matches:

• 6 June – vs USA, Grand Prairie Cricket Stadium, Dallas
• 9 June – vs India, Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York
• 11 June – vs Canada, Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York
• 16 June – vs Ireland, Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida