The Pakistan Cricket Board has reportedly finalized the squad for the upcoming Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025, with Irfan Khan Niazi set to captain a promising young side brimming with raw talent and ambition.
According to Au Rangzab Younis, the squad consists of 15 players who will take part in the rebranded competition later this month.
The lineup reflects Pakistan’s continued investment in nurturing the next generation of cricketers, many of whom have already made a name for themselves in domestic cricket and franchise leagues.
Pakistan’s Reported Squad for Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025:
| Irfan Khan Niazi (C) | Yasir Khan | Mohammad Naeem | Mohammad Faiq |
| Maaz Sadaqat | Ghazi Ghouri | Mohammad Shahzad | Saad Masood |
| Arafat Minhas | Mubasir Khan | Shahid Aziz | Sufiyan Muqeem |
| Ubaid Shah | Mohammad Salman | Ahmed Daniyal |
With a balanced mix of experienced domestic performers and emerging stars, the squad offers Pakistan a strong chance to make a deep run in the competition. The inclusion of Arafat Minhas provides a crucial all-round option, while Sufiyan Muqeem and Ubaid Shah are expected to spearhead the bowling attack with pace and control.
Pakistan’s schedule for the Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 has already been announced, with the team set to take on Oman, India A, and the UAE from 14th to 18th November.
With Irfan Khan Niazi at the helm, Pakistan will be hoping to reclaim regional dominance at the developmental level and continue building a strong pipeline for the senior team.
The Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 will feature top young talent from across the continent and all eyes will be on Pakistan’s next generation to deliver when it matters most.
