Abdul Qadir Named as New Player for Pakistan Squad After Mohammad Shayan’s Injury

The Event Technical Committee for the upcoming ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 has approved Abdul Qadir as a replacement for Mohammad Shayan in the Pakistan squad. Qadir was selected to fill this role after Shayan was deemed ineligible due to a nasal bone fracture sustained during team training.

Replacing an athlete necessitates approval from the Event Technical Committee prior to adding the new player to the roster.

The ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026’s Event Technical Committee comprises Wasim Khan (Chair and ICC General Manager – Cricket), Sarah Edgar (ICC Senior Manager – Events), Hamilton Masakadza (Zimbabwe Cricket Tournament Director), and Tash Farrant (an independent nominee).

Sources: Courtesy of the ICC.