(Sports Correspondent: Imran Sohail)
Pakistan Announces Squad for Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025
November 10, 2025
Abdul Razzaq to Captain Pakistan in the Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025
The Pakistan Veterans Cricket Association (PVCA) has officially announced an 18-member national squad for the upcoming IMC Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025, bringing back some of the country’s most iconic cricketing stars to the field.
The squad, revealed by former Test cricketer and PVCA Chief Selector Ijaz Ahmed, features a nostalgic blend of experience and skill — a true throwback to Pakistan’s golden cricketing days.
Leadership and Support Staff
Pakistan’s team will be led by former all-rounder Abdul Razzaq, while Fawad Alam has been named vice-captain. The legendary Shahid Afridi also features in the squad, adding immense star power and excitement for fans.
Adding further prestige, Pakistan legend Javed Miandad will mentor the side, sharing his unmatched cricketing knowledge and tactical brilliance. The coaching team includes Jalaluddin as head coach and Azam Khan as team manager.
Pakistan Squad for Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025
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Abdul Razzaq (Captain)
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Fawad Alam (Vice-Captain)
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Shahid Afridi
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Zulfiqar Babar
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Humayun Farhat
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Sohail Khan
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Tabish Khan
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Shehryar Ghani
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Nadeem Javed
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Irfan Mushtaq
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Adnan Baig
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Muhammad Ali
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Atif Maqbool
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Javed Mansoor
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Hassan Nasir
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Muhammad Suleman
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Tariq Mehmood
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Imran Ali
Tournament Details
The IMC Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025 will be held from November 21 to December 1, 2025, featuring 12 international teams. A total of 42 matches will be played across five venues in Karachi, with Pakistan serving as the proud host nation.
Participating Teams
Group 1:
Pakistan (Hosts), West Indies, South Africa, Hong Kong, Canada, UAE
Group 2:
Australia, USA, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Saudi Arabia, Rest of the World XI
Pakistan’s Match Schedule
| Date | Match | Venue |
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| Sat, Nov 22 | Pakistan vs South Africa | National Bank Stadium |
| Sun, Nov 23 | Pakistan vs Hong Kong | National Bank Stadium |
| Mon, Nov 24 | Pakistan vs UAE | National Bank Stadium |
| Wed, Nov 26 | Pakistan vs West Indies | National Bank Stadium |
| Thu, Nov 27 | Pakistan vs Canada | National Bank Stadium |
With cricketing greats returning to the pitch, fans can expect a thrilling mix of passion, pride, and nostalgia as Pakistan’s veterans take on the world in the Over-40s T20 World Cup 2025.
