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Pakistan Champions T20 Cup Squads 2024-25 Announced

The Pakistan Champions Cup Squad is out, and fans are in for an exciting cricket season! The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced the captains and provisional squads for the five teams competing in the 2024-25 Champions T20 Cup. This highly anticipated tournament will be held in Rawalpindi from 07 to 25th December 2024, featuring Pakistan’s best cricket talent. With top players and strong leadership, each team is set to give a tough fight on the field.

The Pakistan Champions Cup Squads includes five teams: Markhors (Formerly known Wolves), Dolphins, Panthers, Stallions, and Lions. Each team has been carefully selected by experienced mentors, and the captains are some of Pakistan’s most talented cricketers. Here’s all you need to know about the squads for each team and what to expect from this thrilling tournament.

Pakistan Champions Cup Squads

UMT Markhors

Lake City Panthers

ABL Stallions

Nurpur Lions

Engro Dolphins

Markhors Squad

  • Mentor: Misbah-ul-Haq
  • Captain: Iftikhar Ahmed

Here’s the full UMT Markhors squad:

Main Squad:

  • Iftikhar Ahmed (Captain)
  • Abdul Samad
  • Akif Javed
  • Bilawal Bhatti
  • Bismillah Khan (Wicket-keeper)
  • Fakhar Zaman
  • Khawaja Mohammad Nafay
  • Mohammad Faizan
  • Mohammad Imran Jnr
  • Mohammad Nawaz
  • Mohammad Sarwar Afridi
  • Muhammad Imran Randhawa
  • Muhammad Shehzad
  • Nisar Ahmed
  • Saad Masood
  • Zahid Mehmood

Reserves:

  • Ali Usman
  • Ali Shafique
  • Ali Shan
  • Niaz Khan

Dolphins Squad

  • Mentor: Sarfaraz Ahmed
  • Captain: Faheem Ashraf

Here’s the full Engro Dolphins squad:

Main Squad:

  • Faheem Ashraf (Captain)
  • Asif Ali
  • Kashif Ali
  • Mirza Tahir Baig
  • Mohammad Huraira
  • Mohammad Rameez Jnr
  • Mohammad Suleman
  • Muhammad Akhlaq
  • Muhammad Ghazi Ghori (Wicket-keeper)
  • Qasim Akram
  • Sahibzada Farhan
  • Salman Irshad
  • Sameen Gul
  • Saqib Khan
  • Shayan Sheikh
  • Umar Amin

Reserves:

  • Ihsanullah
  • Salman Khan Afridi
  • Waqar Ahmed

Lions Squad

  • Mentor: Waqar Younis
  • Captain: Imam ul Haq

Main Squad:

  • Imam-ul-Haq (captain)
  • Aamer Yamin
  • Arif Yaqoob
  • Faisal Akram
  • Hasan Nawaz
  • Khushdil Shah
  • Mohammad Junaid
  • Mohammad Salman
  • Mohammad Taha
  • Muhammad Awais Zafar
  • Musa Khan
  • Rohail Nazir (wicket-keeper)
  • Shahab Khan
  • Shahid Aziz
  • Sharoon Siraj
  • Zeeshan Malik

Reserves:

  • Afaq Afridi
  • Mohammad Awais Anwar
  • Mohammad Faiq
  • Sajjad Ali Hashmi

Panthers Squad

  • Mentor: Saqlain Mushtaq
  • Captain: Shadab Khan

Led by Pakistan’s white-ball vice-captain Shadab Khan, the Panthers are a well-rounded team, with a mix of all-rounders and strong bowlers. With Saqlain Mushtaq as their mentor, this team is a blend of youth and experience.

Main Squad

  • Shadab Khan (captain)
  • Abdul Wahid Bangalzai
  • Ahmed Bashir
  • Amad Butt
  • Danish Aziz
  • Irfanullah Shah
  • Haider Ali
  • Mohammad Ibtisam
  • Mohammad Umar (subject to fitness)
  • Mubasir Khan
  • Rehan Afridi
  • Rizwan Mehmood
  • Sajid Khan
  • Sharjeel Khan (subject to fitness)
  • Umar Siddiq (wicket-keeper)
  • Usama Mir

Reserves:

  • Ali Asfand
  • Aqib Liaqat
  • Azan Awais
  • Mohammad Zeeshan
  • Yousuf Babar (stand-by for Sharjeel Khan)

Stallions Squad

  • Mentor: Shoaib Malik
  • Captain: Mohammad Haris

The Stallions, captained by the dynamic Mohammad Haris, boast a talented line-up of big hitters and quick bowlers. With Shoaib Malik as the team mentor, the Stallions will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.

Main Squad

  • Mohammad Haris (captain, wicket-keeper)
  • Azam Khan (subject to fitness)
  • Hussain Talat
  • Maaz Sadaqat
  • Mehran Mumtaz
  • Mohammad Ali
  • Mohammad Amir Khan
  • Mohammad Mohsin
  • Shamyl Hussain
  • Shoaib Malik
  • Tahir Hussain
  • Taimur Khan
  • Ubaid Shah
  • Usman Tariq (subject to fitness)
  • Yasir Khan
  • Zaman Khan

Reserves:

  • Ahmed Safi Abdullah
  • Jahandad Khan (to join after 14 Dec)
  • Nasir Nawaz
  • Shoaib Akhtar Jnr

Tournament Overview

The Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup, scheduled from December 7 to 25, 2024, will take place at Rawalpindi Stadium. This exciting event is set to provide a platform for emerging players and prepare Pakistan’s team for the upcoming white-ball mega-events in 2025 and 2026, including the ICC Champions Trophy and the ICC T20 World Cup. With 22 matches over 19 days, the tournament promises thrilling cricket action.

Tournament Format and Schedule

  • Teams: The tournament features five teams—ABL Stallions, Engro Dolphins, Lake City Panthers, Nurpur Lions, and UMT Markhors.
  • Matches: The event includes six double-headers and eight single-headers. The opening double-header features:
  • Match 1: Nurpur Lions vs UMT Markhors at 11:00 AM (December 7, 2024)
  • Match 2: Allied Bank Stallions vs Lake City Panthers at 3:30 PM (December 7, 2024)
  • Match Times: Double-header matches start at 11:00 AM and 3:30 PM, while single-header games are scheduled for 12:00 PM.

Broadcast and Streaming

  • TV Broadcast: The tournament will be broadcast live on ASports HD, Geo Super, and PTV Sports.
  • Streaming Platforms: Fans can also watch the matches live on Myco and Tamasha.

Media Coverage and Partnerships

  • ARY News-Allied Bank Stallions
  • Geo News-Engro Dolphins
  • Hum News-UMT Markhors
  • Samaa News-Nurpur Lions
  • Dunya News-Lake City Panthers

Ticket Information

  • Entry: Fans can enjoy free entry to the Premium enclosures for all matches, except the Qualifier and Final.
  • Online Tickets: Available at pcb.tcs.com.pk.
  • Physical Tickets: Tickets can be purchased from dedicated TCS express centres in Islamabad and Rawalpindi.

Official Tournament Details

  • Tournament Name: Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup
  • Hashtag: #DiscoveringChampions
  • Media Guidelines: Media houses are requested to use the official tournament nomenclature and hashtag in all reports.

Mentorship and Player Development

The tournament is designed to enhance the skills of young players by providing them with high-pressure opportunities to play alongside cricketing legends. Mentors such as Saqlain Mushtaq, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shoaib Malik, Misbah-ul-Haq, and Waqar Younis will guide players, helping them prepare for international cricket.

Tournament Director’s Statement

Wahab Riaz, the Tournament Director, expressed confidence that the tournament will serve as a launchpad for emerging talent. He highlighted that players will learn a great deal by sharing the dressing room with international players and under the guidance of experienced mentors.

Impact on Emerging Talent

The tournament is an important step in bridging the gap between domestic and international cricket. The PCB’s initiative aims to equip emerging players with the skills needed for the challenges of global competition.

Excitement for Fans

Rawalpindi’s cricket-loving fans are known for their vibrant support and enthusiasm. The presence of top hitters such as Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Haris, Shadab Khan, Azam Khan, Asif Ali, Haider Ali, and others will guarantee exciting contests. Fans can also look forward to thrilling bowling displays from players like Zaman Khan, Ubaid Shah, and Musa Khan.

The Bahria Town Champions T20 Cup is set to deliver high-quality cricket and pave the way for Pakistan’s future cricketing stars.