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Babar named Pakistan vice-captain, Sarfaraz remains captain

By Shubham Shah September 13, 2019 • 21:17 PM View: 1023

Sep 13 (CRICKETNMORE) Babar Azam has been named Pakistan's vice-captain for their upcoming home series against Sri Lanka while Sarfaraz Ahmed has been retained as captain of the side. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said in a release that it had confirmed the appointments on the basis of recommendations made by Pakistan head coach and chief selector Misbah-ul-Haq and the PCB Cricket Committee.

PCB Chairman Ehsan Mani said that Babar's elevation is part of his gradual development as a future captain. "I am hopeful the trio of Misbah, Sarfaraz and Babar will do well for Pakistan cricket," Mani said.

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