World ( The cow news digital ) Pakistan cricket team faces fresh selection concerns ahead of its upcoming tours of the West Indies and England, as middle-order batter Saud Shakeel has reportedly become doubtful for inclusion in the Test squad due to ongoing fitness issues.
According to sources, Saud Shakeel is currently dealing with injury-related fitness concerns, which have raised questions over his availability for the upcoming red-ball assignments. Team management is closely monitoring his rehabilitation process, but his participation in the squad now appears uncertain.
The development comes at a time when Pakistan is already dealing with injury setbacks within the squad. Earlier, wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan was also reported to be struggling with fitness concerns, casting doubt over his availability for the same series. In response, selectors have reportedly included Rohail Nazir in the red-ball training camp as a potential replacement option.
Sources indicate that due to multiple injury concerns, selectors are being forced to make significant adjustments to the Test squad ahead of the tours. The management is reportedly working on contingency plans to ensure depth in the middle order and wicketkeeping department, given the uncertainty surrounding key players.
The Pakistan red-ball camp is currently underway as part of preparations for the challenging overseas assignments. Players are participating in scenario-based matches at the LCCA Ground, where coaching staff is assessing form, fitness, and potential combinations for the upcoming series.
Team officials are expected to finalize squad changes after evaluating the recovery progress of injured players. The focus remains on ensuring a balanced squad capable of adapting to foreign conditions, particularly in England, where swing-friendly pitches traditionally test batting depth and technique.
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The growing list of fitness concerns has added pressure on selectors, who are now expected to rely on backup players and emerging talent if senior members fail to recover in time. Despite the setbacks, the team management remains optimistic that final selections will be made based on fitness clearance and performance in training sessions.
Further updates on squad composition are expected in the coming days as the Pakistan Cricket Board continues to assess player availability ahead of the high-profile Test tours.
