Farhan says captaincy of Pakistan T20 team a proud moment

Pakistan T20 captain Sahibzada Farhan. File photo
Pakistan T20 captain Sahibzada Farhan. File photo
Published October 8, 2026 07:54 PM
ISLAMABAD (Web Desk): Pakistan T20 captain Sahibzada Farhan says leading the national team is a proud moment and vows to lead from the front as he aims to perform strongly and help Pakistan win the series.

Sahibzada Farhan has described his appointment as captain of the Pakistan T20 team as a great honour. Speaking at a press conference in Islamabad, Farhan said he was proud to have received his first opportunity to lead the national side.

The new captain said he would make every effort to justify the confidence placed in him. He also promised to give his best in every match and help Pakistan achieve positive results in the series.

New captain ready for first major challenge

Farhan acknowledged that captaining Pakistan at the international level comes with pressure. However, he said players should not allow pressure to affect their performance on the field.

The Pakistan captain said he would remain focused on the game and lead the team with confidence. He also stressed that a captain must lead from the front.

Farhan said he would contribute not only through his leadership but also through his performances as a player. His comments reflect the importance he places on taking responsibility in his first assignment as Pakistan’s T20 captain.

Farhan promises strong team combination

The captain said Pakistan would field the best possible combination in the upcoming matches. He expressed confidence in the squad and said the team had enough quality to compete strongly.

Farhan also highlighted the importance of having experienced players in the side. He said the inclusion of Shadab Khan and Fakhar Zaman had further strengthened the team.

Their experience is expected to provide additional support to the younger players in the squad. Farhan said the combination gave him confidence ahead of the series.

Pakistan captain eyes series victory

Farhan made it clear that Pakistan’s target would be to win the series. He said he wanted to perform strongly in his dual role as captain and player.

The captain also assured supporters that the team would make every effort not to disappoint them. He said the players understood the expectations surrounding the national side and would try to respond with strong performances.

For Farhan, the series will also be an important opportunity to establish himself as a leader. A successful campaign could give him greater confidence as he begins his captaincy journey.

Young batters expected to play attacking cricket

Farhan also spoke about the role of younger players in the Pakistan team. He said Pakistan needed aggressive batters who could put pressure on opponents and maintain a positive approach.

He specifically mentioned Ahsan Nawaz and Muaz Sadaqat as players who could bring an attacking style to the team. The captain said he would also try to adopt an aggressive approach with the bat.

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According to Farhan, the current squad has a strong combination of experienced and younger players. He believes this balance can help Pakistan play an attacking brand of T20 cricket.

Pressure will be part of captaincy

Taking charge of Pakistan comes with expectations from supporters and cricket followers.

Farhan admitted that international cricket naturally brings pressure, but he said players must learn to manage it. The captain believes staying calm and focused will be important during difficult moments.

He also indicated that his focus would remain on contributing to the team rather than allowing the responsibility of captaincy to affect his individual game. That approach could be important as he adjusts to the demands of leading the national side.

Experienced players can support new captain

The presence of players such as Shadab Khan and Fakhar Zaman could provide Farhan with valuable experience in the dressing room. Both players have represented Pakistan at the international level and understand the demands of high-pressure T20 matches.

Their experience could also help younger members of the squad adapt to international cricket. Farhan’s comments suggest that he wants to make use of the experience available in the squad while also giving younger players opportunities to play with freedom.

Farhan wants Pakistan to play fearless cricket

The new captain’s emphasis on aggressive batting indicates that Pakistan could adopt a more attacking approach in the series.

T20 cricket often demands quick decision-making and the ability to maintain pressure on opponents. Farhan said he would also try to play aggressively, showing that he wants to lead by example.

His approach could encourage other batters to play positively instead of allowing pressure to affect their natural game. The challenge will be to combine aggression with the discipline needed to win matches.

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