Saim Ayub released from Pakistan squad, Sahibzada Farhan called up
Ayub seeks release to work on his batting in domestic cricket as Pakistan prepare to face Sri Lanka in the tri-series.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has released opening batter Saim Ayub from the national squad at his request and called up Sahibzada Farhan as his replacement.
According to the PCB, Ayub had requested to be released from the squad to work on his batting in domestic cricket. The team management and selection committee jointly approved his request.
The board said Ayub's decision was appreciated in view of his current form.
Meanwhile, Sahibzada Farhan has been added to the national squad and is expected to join the team soon.
According to sources, Farhan is currently in Kathmandu for the Nepal Premier League and has been called up for national duty. He is expected to return to Pakistan on the first available flight.
Pakistan have qualified for the tri-series final after securing three consecutive victories. The team will face Sri Lanka in the fifth match of the series at Lahore's Gaddafi Stadium on Tuesday, October 27.
