Historical context: this article concerns comments made by Pakistan chief selector Haroon Rashid in January 2023.

Selection remained open

Rashid indicated that experienced players could remain under consideration if selectors believed they could perform a useful role for Pakistan.

Discussing Shoaib Malik, Rashid said selectors would need to consider whether an experienced player could fulfil a particular role in an important tournament and whether a younger player could provide the same contribution.

Mohammad Amir

Rashid also discussed Mohammad Amir, who had retired from international cricket. He said that if Amir returned to competitive cricket and performed well, his performances could be considered in the same way as those of other players.

The comments did not amount to a guarantee that either player would be selected. They described the chief selector's approach at that time.

Historical context

Selection policies and player availability can change quickly in international cricket. This article therefore records Rashid's January 2023 comments rather than presenting them as Pakistan's current selection policy.