Akif Javed replaces injured Haris Rauf in Pakistan's Tri-Nation ODI series

Tri-Nation Series

Akif Javed replaces injured Haris Rauf in Pakistan's Tri-Nation ODI series

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Akif Javed in Rangpur Riders' jersey, Cricfrenzy

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has named young fast bowler Akif Javed as a replacement for the injured Haris Rauf in the ongoing tri-nation ODI series. According to Pakistani media, the 24-year-old pacer will join the Pakistan squad for the remaining two matches.

Akif earned his spot through impressive performances for Rangpur Riders in the Bangladesh Premier League as he grabbed 20 wickets from 11 matches.

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He made his first-class debut in 2019 and was part of Balochistan's squad for the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. The left-arm fast bowler, who bats right-handed, also participated in the National T20 Cup the same year.

Akif's PSL journey began in 2020 with Islamabad United, followed by stints with Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings. In 2021, he represented Pakistan Shaheens on their tour of Sri Lanka.

With his inclusion in the squad, Akif Javed is now in contention to make his One-Day International (ODI) debut for Pakistan.