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Shaheen Afridi omitted from Pakistan Test squad for tours of West Indies and England

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 9:03 PM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

Shaheen Afridi omitted from Pakistan Test squad for tours of West Indies and England
Summary

Shaheen Shah Afridi has been left out of Pakistan's Test squads for upcoming tours of the West Indies and England, according to a statement from the Pakistan Cricket Board. Selection committee member Aqib Javed cited a need for greater pace in the bowling attack based on evaluations from previous series. Javed emphasized that the decision reflects current conditions and team requirements, and does not signal the end of Afridi's career. Players omitted from the squad must perform in future competitions to regain their places.

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  • •Pakistan announces Test squads for West Indies and England tours.
  • •Aqib Javed states need for more pace influenced Afridi's exclusion.
  • •Selection decisions are made on a tour-by-tour basis.
  • •Javed insists omitted players can return through performance.
  • •Afridi is still recognized as one of Pakistan's leading bowlers.
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  • 9:03 PMYahoo Sports — Pakistan selector cites lack of 'pace' behind Shaheen Afridi's omission from Test squad
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) announced the squads on Sunday, with Shaheen among the notable omissions.

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