{
  "id": 19507329,
  "title": "Pakistan Star Batter Set for Fitness Test Ahead of Domestic Return",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/pakistan-star-batter-set-for-fitness-test-ahead-of-domestic-return",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-11T13:35:19.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/11/11/pakistan-star-batter-set-for-fitness-test-ahead-of-domestic-return/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Opening batsman Saim Ayub of Pakistan is set to undergo a fitness evaluation as he gears up for his return to domestic cricket with Karachi Blues in the ongoing Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2026-27. The left-handed player has been focusing on refining his batting technique prior to his comeback.\n\nAyub was removed from Pakistan's One Day International (ODI) squad on October 26 during the home tri-series against England and Sri Lanka due to a series of underwhelming performances. During the tournament, the 24-year-old struggled at the crease, managing only seven, eight, and six runs in his three matches. His previous five ODI innings had yielded a mere 60 runs, giving him an average of 12.\n\nThe Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) revealed that Ayub had requested to return to domestic cricket following talks with head coach Mike Hesson to bolster his batting form and boost his confidence. His request was approved, and he was replaced by Sahibzada Farhan for the remainder of the ODI tri-series. Ayub has been incorporated into the Karachi Blues squad for the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy 2026-27, where he will lead the team under the captaincy of Saud Shakeel. Karachi Blues are the current champions of the tournament and are competing in the Gold tier, which commenced on November 3.",
  "summary": "Pakistan opener Saim Ayub is scheduled to undergo a fitness assessment as he prepares to represent Karachi Blues in the … Read More The post Pakistan Star Batter Set for Fitness Test Ahead of Domestic Return appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}