Keeping that in mind, the right-hander will be a vital cog in Pakistan's scheme of things. While Malik hasn't been in the best of form off late (he averaged 29.83 in 2018 and currently averages 28.14 in the calendar year), he is expected to turn the tides emphatically in the showpiece event given his experience.Īlso, Malik has already made it clear that the mega tournament will be his last appearance in international cricket. His rich experience along with the composure with the willow in the middle and lower order. The veteran right-hander is expected to be the go-to man for skipper Sarfraz Ahmed in the forthcoming World Cup from May-July. However, the exact reason of his departure hasn't been revealed yet.
He is expected to rejoin the team in 10 days’ time," read the PCB statement. "The Pakistan cricket team management has given leave to Shoaib Malik so that he can return home to deal with a domestic issue. The former skipper is expected to return back to national duties in 10 days' time, according to an official statement from Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). However, they have sent back their experienced player in Shoaib Malik, who has returned back to Pakistan due to personal reasons. Prior to the tournament, the Men in Green are slated to play a shorter-format series with Eoin Morgan-led England wherein they will play a solitary T20I followed by five ODIs. Pakistan cricket team are one of the first to reach England for the upcoming ICC World Cup 2019 to be held in England and Wales from May 30. Pakistan former skipper Shoaib Malik | Photo Credit: AP
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