According to sources, the No-Objection Certificates have been issued to wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan, opener Fakhar Zaman, left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir and all-rounder Imad Wasim. The sources also revealed that the PCB has denied the request of batter Saim Ayub to join the league.

In the league, Fakhar, Amir and Imad will be playing for Antigua and Barbuda Falcons, while Azam will be representing the Guyana Amazon Warriors.

Last month, the PCB denied NOCs to the trio of Shaheen Shah Afridi, white-ball skipper Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for the Global T20 Canada.

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Azam Khan has started working on the priorities of PCB – Fitness. Working day in and day out in the gym with his trainer.#Cricket | #Pakistan | #AzamKhan | #Karachi | #Gym | #Motivation | #Fitness pic.twitter.com/YgasrIIXA5

— Khel Shel (@khelshel) April 6, 2023

The wicketkeeper faced criticism for fluffing chances behind the stumps and had an unsatisfactory performance in the two innings of the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan in Sharjah — scoring only one run.

Earlier, Pakistan chief selector Haroon Rasheed also opened up about the exclusion of Azam from the T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand.

“Azam Khan did not perform well in the series against Afghanistan, but mistakes happen. However, the door is open for his return if he works on his issues and improves. Many cricketers in the world have been dropped and made a comeback and played cricket for a long time,” Rasheed said.

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Young player wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan who was also the part of the squad had to deal with alot of criticism, he was a star player of Islamabad United scoring 282 runs at an average of 40 and a strike rate of 161 in the PSL, but he returned 0 and 1 in the first two games but was dropped for the third match.

Former Pakistan pacer Aaqib Javed slammed the young pacer as well as the selectors for his selection in the squad. He said that it was clear to him that were was no consideration to the fitness levels of the players mentioning that had he been in a squad like that, he would have refused to play.

“I am not sure what sort of experiment this was. It’s clear to me that no consideration was taken when selecting the squad for this series about what standard of skills and fitness levels are needed to represent Pakistan, he said.

“If I was a player in that squad, I would have refused to play with this team. First, at least attain some levels of fitness before playing. Hopefully, they will have learned from this,” Javed was quoted as saying by Cricket Pakistan”, he further said.

Earlier during the second match, a Pakistani fanboy body-shamed Pakistan batter Azam Khan by mocking his physique. His actions were caught on camera and this video has gone viral all over internet.

Pakistan fans not happy with Azam Khan after his dismissal#AFGvPAK pic.twitter.com/BXaWVYqDma

— Cricket Pakistan (@cricketpakcompk) March 26, 2023

Azam Khan recently made his international debut. He is the son of former Pakistan cricketer and captain Moeen Khan, the batter lasted for only 4 deliveries in the second match. Azam was dismissed for a for a duck in the first T20I and just one in the second.

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Afghanistan won the first T20I by seven wickets and the second by six wickets to register a historic series win. Meanwhile, during the second match a Pakistani fanboy body-shamed Pakistan batter Azam Khan by mocking his physique. His actions were caught on camera and this video has gone viral all over internet.

Pakistan fans not happy with Azam Khan after his dismissal#AFGvPAK pic.twitter.com/BXaWVYqDma

— Cricket Pakistan (@cricketpakcompk) March 26, 2023

Azam Khan recently made his international debut. He is the son of former Pakistan cricketer and captain Moeen Khan, the batter lasted for only 4 deliveries in the second match. Azam was dismissed for a for a duck in the first T20I and just one in the second.

In the absence of five rested frontline players, including Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan continued to struggle against the pace and spin of Afghanistan on the slow wickets at Sharjah Cricket Stadium.

Pakistan chose to bat first but its inexperienced top-order again disappointed before recalled Imad Wasim smashed 64 not out off 57 balls and captain Shadab Khan made 32 to increase the final total to 130-6.

“We were struggling again,” Shadab said. “When you lose three wickets in powerplay, you lose 70% of the games … The young players were nervous. They are playing for the first time for Pakistan, but we have to back them.”

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The team is set to compete without its regular skipper Babar Azam along with senior players like Fakhar Zaman, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi as they all have been rested, while Asif Ali, Haider Ali, Mohammad Hasnain, and Khushdil Shah failed to find a place in the squad.

Me right now. pic.twitter.com/YrOKcfevIG

— Azam Khan (@MAzamKhan45) March 13, 2023

Shadab will lead the side that includes four uncapped players — Ihsanullah, Saim Ayub, Tayyab Tahir, and Zaman Khan — while Abdullah Shafique, Azam Khan, Faheem Ashraf, and Imad Wasim have been recalled in the squad.

Azam Khan is returning to the Pakistan team after more than one and a half years. He has performed exceptionally well in the ongoing PSL and is one of the top scorers. He would like to perform well at the International forum too and try to cement his spot for a longer outing this time.

After the news of his selection, the explosive batter shared a hilarious meme on his social media. The post depicted how surprised Azam Khan was following the announcement. The post is getting immense love from fans and is going viral on the internet.

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During a post-match segment, Azam Khan revealed that he knows how to play guitar and even sing. After that, the anchors asked him to sing a few lines. He agrees to fulfill their requests and sings a few lines. The video of Azam Khan has taken over the internet. The fans are loving it and it is going viral at a rapid pace.

Azam Khan is a decent singer and plays the guitar so well too ? #HBLPSL8pic.twitter.com/9eUI9AUoWD

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) March 4, 2023

Azam Khan is currently the third-highest run-scorer in PSL 2023 with 242 runs from 6 matches with an astonishing batting average of 60.50. The fact that he comes to bat number 5 makes his stats more exciting.

Even during the last outing, he played a match-winning knock of 72 runs of 41 balls and helped his side chase down a 201 runs target from a desperate situation with four balls remaining. The Islamabad United would face Quetta Gladiators today on the 5th of march and get their spot in the top two on the points table. Quetta Gladiators on the other hand are at the bottom of the table with only one win in their six matches.

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The blazing knock soon drew in comparison between the PSL star and World’s number 1 T20I batter, Suryakumar Yadav. Pakistan’s former skipper Misbah0-ul-Haq also made a comparison between the two stars. However, that was prior to Azam Khan reacting to it.

Azam struck 97 off 42 balls with nine fours and eight sixes, helping Islamabad United reach 220 for six against Quetta before bowling them out for just 157. He and Suryakumar were quickly compared due to his powerful hitting and shooting range. Misbah made a reference to Suryakumar in his remark regarding Azam.

“We talk about Suryakumar Yadav, he plays new shots, explores the areas of the ground where one can’t even think that the shots would go. But the way Azam played yesterday, the way he hit some shots over point and extra cover, and the shot that he developed over fine leg and square leg… it was something very special,” Misbah said on Samaa TV.

Azam was asked about the competition and whether he finds the India batter to be an inspiration during the interview with Pak.tv. However, the batter chose Tim David of Australia as his inspiration rather than Suryakumar.

He said “The position I bat at, you know the situation is quite different and more difficult. Either the score is about 40 for four or 180 or 160 for two, so then you need to just go and finish the match. But I am more inspire from Tim David. He hits big shots and I know and understand his batting role because I bat at the same position. Suryakumar often plays one down which is like top order.”

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He took A massive dig at the Bowling of Quetta Gladiators by saying, “Maine ground par hi sab kuch kha lia.”

During the post-match press conference, he was asked, “Aap match se pehle kya khaa ke aye the”, he replied, “Mai match se pehle kuch ni kha ke aaya tha maine ground par hi sab kuch kha lia”.

I had QG bowlers for dinner. Azam Khan ? pic.twitter.com/uPN4Nc6KLP

— Abu Bakar Tarar (@abubakarSays_) February 25, 2023

Azam has already surprised everyone with his exceptional batting talent; such knocks are proof of that. His performance led his team to 220 against Quetta Gladiators, eventually winning the match by 63 runs as Quetta Gladiators got all out at 157 runs.

Another fact that makes Azam’s innings unique is that his father, Moin Khan, coaches Queeta Gladiators, the team he wiped out with his dominating batting performance.

When you make your dad proud ?#SabSitarayHumaray l #HBLPSL8 l #QGvIU pic.twitter.com/9sVWHkOByQ

— PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) February 24, 2023

Azam has made his International debut against England in T20Is but has yet to deliver charisma. He has scored six runs in the three T20 internationals he has played. However, he is still considered one of Pakistan cricket’s most promising cricketing talents. The win inclined Islamabad United’s position in the points table as they are now at the second spot, winning 3 of their four matches.

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When Azam came out to bat in the final over of the Khulna innings, Naseem imitated his walk. Azam was clearly not upset with Naseem and pushed him away from himself. The video of the incident is now going viral on social media. Azam blasted 12 runs in four balls as Khulna managed to post a massive score of 210-2.

Naseem Shah teasing Azam Khan at the Bangladesh Premier League #BPL2023 #Cricket pic.twitter.com/IsJgBLcE0i

— Saj Sadiq (@SajSadiqCricket) January 31, 2023

What looked like a massive score turned out to be a cakewalk for the Victorians as they cruised to a win by seven wickets. Mohammad Rizwan scored 73 runs in 39 balls while Johnson Charles blasted 107 off 56 to help Victorians fetch an impressive win. In the first inning, a brilliant 91 off 55 balls by Shai Hope and 95 off 61 balls by veteran Tamim Iqbal helped Khulna post a massive score on the board.

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Making his Test debut in Multan, Abrar took the opposition by surprise by taking 7/114 in the first innings. He took four more wickets in the second to finish the match with a 11-wicket haul in a losing encounter.

“Yeah Abrar, he is a mystery spinner. He had a couple of gigs at the PSL I believe. He bowled really well in that games as well. He is a good prospect for Pakistan, Basically, he is a finger spinner just like Ajanta Mendis,” Azam told Cricket Country in an exclusive chat.

The 24-year-old was on a verge of taking all 10 English wickets in the first innings against England after dismissing the first seven oppostion batters on Day 1 of the Test match. However, that dream went up in smoke as the last three wickets in the innings was taken by Zahiod Mahmood.

“He can be the key for Pakistan as well. He is difficult to read off the hand. I played him in the domestic circuit and for the past 6 or 7 years, we both have been playing for the same team,” added Azam, who played three T20Is for Pakistan.

Having played Abrar in the nets, Azam has a fair idea of how he can fox an oppostion batter but felt consistency will play a big role if the Karachi lad wants to make a name for himself in Pakistan colours.

“I can read him because you know I am a wicketkeeper and we have played all our cricket together. He has different varieties. You can’t tell much but I think consistency is the key. If he bowls on a consistent line, he will make it difficult for the England batters,” added Azam, who turned up for New York Strikes in Abu Dhabi T10 League.

With losses in the first two Tests against England, Pakistan have already lost the series. The final Test starts from December 17 in Karachi.

(Interview taken by Sajal Patra)

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