Saim Ayub leaves ODI tri-series for domestic cricket; Farhan called up

PCB says the move was mutual after talks with coach Mike Hesson; opener had not reached double figures in three innings.

Saim Ayub has been released from Pakistan’s Men’s ODI squad for the rest of the tri-series with England and Sri Lanka.

He had not reached double figures in three innings, and asked to return to domestic cricket after talks with coach Mike Hesson.

The PCB, team management and national selection committee mutually agreed to the request.

Sahibzada Farhan has been named as Ayub’s replacement.

Unbeaten Pakistan face Sri Lanka at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore, on Tuesday, 27 October, and have already qualified for Saturday’s final.

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