Abdul Samad to lead Pakistan in Rising Stars Asia Cup
Pakistan has announced a 15-member squad for the 50-over tournament in Qatar starting November 19.
Pakistan has named a 15-man squad for the ACC Men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars 2026, which will be held in Qatar from November 19 to 29, according to reports by The Hawk and Sportstar.
Abdul Samad will captain the side in the 50-over tournament. The squad includes players such as Mohammad Hasnain, Hasan Nawaz, Maaz Sadaqat, and Rohail Nazir.
Pakistan is placed in Group B alongside India A, Nepal, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The defending champions will open their campaign against the UAE on November 20 at the University of Doha Science and Technology.
The team will then face India A on November 22 and Nepal on November 24 at the West End Park International Cricket Stadium. The top two teams from each group will move on to the semi-finals on November 26 and 27.
Pakistan previously won the 50-over edition of this tournament in 2023 and the T20 version last year. The final of the 2026 tournament is scheduled for Sunday, November 29.