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Naseem looks ahead after Pakistan comeback

The fast bowler returned during Pakistan’s T20I series win over Sri Lanka.

Beyond the Score · AI-assisted factual brief
Added 15 October 2026 · Source published 15 October 2026

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Naseem Shah returned to Pakistan duty after seven months and took 3/36 in the opening T20I against Sri Lanka. He highlighted skill development and injury rehabilitation as priorities. Naseem is also in Pakistan’s squad for the ODI tri-series with England and Sri Lanka, which begins on 18 October. This feature follows the completed T20I series rather than reporting a new match result.

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