Sources say fast bowler Shaheen Afridi is likely to return, while captain Salman Ali Agha may take the number three spot in the batting order to strengthen the middle stage of play.

There is also a proposal to bench fast bowlers Waseem Junior and Salman Mirza, signaling possible tactical changes for improved balance in the XI.

The ongoing T20 tri-series features Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Zimbabwe, and today’s match between Pakistan and Sri Lanka is considered crucial for the series lineup.

If Sri Lanka wins today, they will secure a place in the final. But if they lose, the final will be played between Pakistan and Zimbabwe, keeping the tournament alive with unexpected twists.

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These changes show Pakistan is testing new combinations under pressure. Resting Babar could help him recover, but it also risks weakening stability at the top. Shaheen’s return may lift the bowling attack. Analysts say today’s result will shape team confidence and strategy for the rest of the series.