World T20 number one spot on line in Zimbabwe
Australia, Pakistan and Zimbabwe meet in a T20 tri-series starting in Harare tomorrow with the world...
Australia slipped down to third in the ICC's T20 rankings after their defeat to England but could come out of the Zimbabwe tri-series with the top ranking if they are able to reverse their losing streak.The challenge is a stiff one, however, as Australia are currently missing six key limited overs players, with Steve Smith and David Warner currently serving bans while Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins and Mitch Marsh all recovering from injuries.
Hafeez warranted a place after clearing his action," said Pakistan selector Inzamam-ul-Haq.Uncapped opener Sahibzada Farhan was also included "after showing good form in domestic matches," said Inzamam. Pakistan will also bank on the experience of captain Sarfraz Ahmed, who has toured Zimbabwe twice before.Hosts Zimbabwe have had their own side shorn of valuable experience due to a pay dispute between Zimbabwe Cricket and several senior players.There will be a new look to their team when they take on Pakistan in tomorrow's opener, with young batsman Tarisai Musakanda tipped to be named as new captain.