Pakistan Set to Reshuffle White-Ball Squad as Camp Begins in Lahore

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has officially kicked off its white-ball training camp in Lahore, marking the beginning of preparations for the South Africa series and a potential reshuffle in the national limited-overs squad.

Head coach Mike Hesson is leading the charge at the National High-Performance Centre (NHPC), where several  top players have gathered to refine power-hitting, bowling depth, and fielding efficiency.

Lahore Camp Begins with a Clear Mission

With the Test series wrapping up, Pakistan’s focus has already shifted toward white-ball cricket. The early start of the Lahore camp shows the PCB’s intent to strengthen its T20 and ODI structure ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.

Among those called up are Sahibzada Farhan, Hasan Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah, who have all been excused from the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy to prioritize this training phase.

Inside Hesson’s Strategy Room

Sources close to the camp say Mike Hesson wants to establish a sharper white-ball identity — one built around controlled aggression and tactical adaptability.

Training sessions have focused on:

•  Advanced power-hitting mechanics

•  Death bowling accuracy drills

• Reactive fielding under pressure

Hesson is also believed to be testing middle-order flexibility, with Irfan Khan Niazi getting special attention as a possible inclusion in the next squad.

Selection Shake-Up on the Horizon

While the head coach is maintaining continuity, reports suggest that Khushdil Shah and Hussain Talat may be left out of the upcoming South Africa series.
Emerging players like Irfan Khan Niazi are likely to get opportunities as part of Pakistan’s 2026 T20 World Cup roadmap.

Analyst Sohail Imran noted:

“Pakistan is entering a critical phase — this camp isn’t just about drills, it’s about redefining how we approach white-ball cricket.”South Africa Series: The Real Test Ahead

The white-ball leg of the South Africa tour begins on October 28, featuring three T20Is and three ODIs across multiple venues. The results will directly influence Pakistan’s final lineup for global tournaments.

Players who perform strongly in this camp could solidify their spots for the long term — particularly with the World Cup cycle fast approaching.

South Africa Series: The Real Test Ahead

The white-ball leg of the South Africa tour begins on October 28, featuring three T20Is and three ODIs across multiple venues. The results will directly influence Pakistan’s final lineup for global tournaments.

Players who perform strongly in this camp could solidify their spots for the long term — particularly with the World Cup cycle fast approaching.