Pakistan recalled controversial paceman Mohammad Asif but omitted experienced all-rounder Abdul Razzaq from their 15-man squad for next month's Champions Trophy.
Pakistan recalled controversial paceman Mohammad Asif but omitted experienced all-rounder Abdul Razzaq from their 15-man squad for next month's Champions Trophy.
Asif was brought back in following a one-year ban, due to expire on September 22.
The ban was imposed after the 26-year-old failed a dope test in the inaugural season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) last year.
Chief selector Iqbal Qasim said Asif was ready to go. "Asif is back after he satisfied us with his fitness.
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This is the best possible team for an event which is regarded as the toughest as the world's top eight teams compete in it," said Qasim.
The PCB, however, said Asif cannot attend preparation camp until his year-long doping ban expires.
"We wish to clarify that as per the directives of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Asif cannot take part in training camp until his ban expires," the PCB said in a statement.
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