The Pakistan Cricket Board released opener Saim Ayub from the squad for the remainder of the ongoing ODI tri-series after he requested a return to domestic cricket to work on his batting and regain confidence. The PCB said Ayub discussed the request with head coach Mike Hesson, and the team management and national selection committee agreed to it.
WHO:Pakistan Cricket Board
WHAT:Released Saim Ayub from Pakistan’s squad for the remainder of the ODI tri-series.
WHEN:Oct 26, 2026
WHERE:Pakistan
WHY:Ayub requested to return to domestic cricket to work on his batting form and regain confidence.
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