The recent developments in Pakistan's cricket team, particularly under the leadership of T20I captain Salman Ali Agha, have been noteworthy as the team gears up for the T20 World Cup 2026. Agha has emphasized a merit-based selection approach, stating, 'Jo best combination hain, hum wohi khilane ki kosish karenge,' which translates to 'We will try to play the best combination' (hindustantimes). This approach suggests a shift from traditional reliance on senior players like Babar Azam and Fakhar Zaman, as Agha mentioned, 'Hum nahi khilayenge' if it doesn't serve the team's best interests. Since taking over in March, Agha has led Pakistan to a significant turnaround, winning six of their last eight bilateral series, including a 3-0 whitewash against Australia (espn). This strategic shift comes after a period of instability marked by multiple captaincy changes and a complete overhaul of the coaching staff.