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Pakistan revise men's squad for Asian Games after pacer Salman Mirza suffers thumb injury

Pakistan has adjusted its roster for the upcoming continental multi-sport event after fast bowler Salman Mirza sustained a fracture in his left thumb. The pacer is undergoing recovery and expects to achieve full fitness by early October, prompting selectors to bring in Mohammad Wasim Jr as his replacement.

Sahibzada Farhan will captain the side with Abdul Samad serving as his deputy, while several prominent players like Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi were omitted from the squad. The team gathered in Karachi to begin a training camp before departing for the tournament.