Pakistan Elects to Field First in Decisive T20I Against Ireland

Pakistan's skipper Babar Azam opted to field first after winning the toss in the crucial third T20I against Ireland. The match holds significance as it will determine the series winner.

Pakistan made a strategic move by resting Naseem Shah and bringing in Hasan Ali for his first T20I appearance since September 2022. Ireland, on the other hand, introduced two changes to their lineup. Regular captain Paul Stirling and Gareth Delany were rested, making way for Lorcan Tucker as the new captain and the inclusion of Neil Rock and Ross Adair.

This marks the first time Tucker will lead Ireland in any format. The match serves as a crucial preparation for both teams ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the USA. Ireland will participate in a T20I tri-series in the Netherlands, which also includes Scotland, while Pakistan will embark on a four-match T20I tour of England.

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