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Pakistan replaces Saim Ayub with Sahibzada Farhan for ODI tri-series

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 9:28 AM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Pakistan replaces Saim Ayub with Sahibzada Farhan for ODI tri-series
Summary

Pakistan has confirmed the replacement of Saim Ayub with Sahibzada Farhan for the upcoming ODI tri-series. Ayub communicated his intention to return to domestic cricket to improve his batting form and regain confidence, according to coach Mike Hesson. This change comes as part of the team's preparation for the series, emphasizing the need for player performance continuity.

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  • •Saim Ayub was replaced by Sahibzada Farhan for the ODI tri-series.
  • •Ayub aims to focus on domestic cricket to enhance his batting.
  • •Coach Mike Hesson confirmed the change in the roster.
  • •Pakistan prepares for the upcoming ODI tri-series.
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  • 9:28 AMESPNcricinfo — Pakistan replace Saim Ayub with Sahibzada Farhan for ODI tri-series
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Ayub expressed his "desire to return to domestic cricket to work on his batting form and regain confidence" to coach Mike Hesson

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