Missed West Indies ODIs with a hamstring injury. Regained fitness through the UAE tri-series.
Hit 23 off 16* vs Oman and 17 off 15 vs India. Adds seasoned stability atop Pakistan’s batting order.
Recovered from abdominal pain that sidelined him late in IPL 2025. Earned Asia Cup recall as a key top-order batter.
Played in India’s wins over UAE and Pakistan but didn’t get a chance to bat. Stays a crucial wicket-keeping and finishing option for upcoming games.
Returned from sports-hernia surgery after scoring 717 IPL runs. Leads India’s T20I side and anchors the middle order.
Scored 7 off 20* vs UAE and a match-winning 47 off 37* vs Pakistan. Proved his sharp touch and finishing ability on comeback.