Maaz Sadaqat Set for ODI Debut Against Bangladesh
Maaz Sadaqat will make his ODI debut against Bangladesh on March 11, 2026, at the Shere-Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. He is one of three players, including Sahibzada Farhan and Shamyl Hussain, who will also be making their first appearances in One Day Internationals.
The upcoming ODI series consists of three matches, marking a significant moment for the Pakistan cricket team as they undergo a squad overhaul following a disappointing T20 World Cup 2026 campaign.
Shaheen Afridi, the captain of the Pakistan team, expressed enthusiasm about the new players, stating, “There will be like three debuts, of course. Sahibzada is the top performer in T20s and also in List ‘A’ cricket for Pakistan. Maaz Sadaqat will open, and Shamyl Hussain will play at one down.”
Maaz Sadaqat, who is expected to bat at the third position, was a standout performer in the Rising Stars Asia Cup, scoring 258 runs with an impressive average of 129. Sahibzada Farhan, anticipated to open the batting, had a remarkable T20 World Cup, scoring 383 runs at an average of 76.60 and a strike rate of 160.25.
Shamyl Hussain, who will bat at number three, has also shown promise, having scored 899 runs in the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy with an average of 64.21. In List A cricket, he has accumulated 452 runs, further solidifying his place in the squad.
Shaheen Afridi also mentioned, “We are excited to see them play for Pakistan, not just for one series but with the future in mind.” This reflects the team’s strategy to build a robust lineup for upcoming challenges.
As the series approaches, observers are keen to see how these debutants will perform on the international stage. Maaz Sadaqat’s inclusion is particularly noteworthy given his recent form and the expectations surrounding him.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the final squad composition, but the excitement surrounding the new players is palpable among fans and analysts alike.
