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Hassan Khan earns maiden USA call-up nearly a decade after Pakistan U19 captaincy

Hassan Khan has secured his first selection for the United States national cricket team, filling the vacancy left by Ali Khan after the fast bowler sustained a hamstring injury. This inclusion for the upcoming ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 tri-series marks a significant milestone for the former Pakistan Under-19 captain, who previously led his youth side during the 2018 World Cup alongside teammates like Shaheen Shah Afridi and Musa Khan.

The upcoming matches against the United Arab Emirates and Namibia, scheduled for early October 2026, serve as critical preparation for the World Cup Qualifiers slated for February 2027. Hassan's selection follows two standout seasons in Major League Cricket with the San Francisco Unicorns, where he earned the 2024 Domestic Player of the Year title.

His recent form included accumulating 429 runs and 30 sixes across two campaigns, alongside consistent wicket-taking contributions. The versatile cricketer, who also appeared for the Hyderabad Kingsmen in the 2026 Pakistan Super League, is expected to bolster the American middle order and bowling rotation.

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