Pakistan Names Salman Ali Agha as T20 Captain, Drops Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan

The new T20 squad includes fresh talent as Pakistan seeks to revamp its approach following a disappointing Champions Trophy campaign.

Salman Ali Agha has been appointed captain of Pakistan's T20 team, with Shadab Khan serving as vice-captain for the five-match series against New Zealand starting March 16.
Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam have been excluded from the T20 squad but remain part of the ODI team, with Rizwan continuing as ODI captain.
Selectors introduced three uncapped players—Abdul Samad, Hasan Nawaz, and Mohammad Ali—highlighting their strong domestic performances.
Injured openers Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub were not considered for selection in the upcoming white-ball series.
Interim head coach Aaqib Javed will stay on for the New Zealand tour as the Pakistan Cricket Board continues its search for a full-time head coach.