Rawalpindi, Oct. 27 -- Captain Salman Ali Agha is "excited" to lead an "interesting" Pakistan side ahead of the first T20I of the three-match series against South Africa, scheduled to begin at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Tuesday.

Pakistan's squad is a blend of returning faces and new blood. Premier batter Babar Azam and pace spearhead Naseem Shah have returned to the T20I squad. Right-arm off-spinner Usman Tariq and wicketkeeper batter Usman Khan stand in contention to earn their first T20I cap for Pakistan. Salman is hopeful about having a great home series months before the T20 World Cup 2026.

"I think we have a very interesting and exciting side, with a few comebacks and a few new faces as well. I am very excited to lead this t...