Lahore, Jan. 30 -- Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha has confirmed he will bat at No.3 for his side during the upcoming ICC Men's T20 World Cup, signalling a clear shift in Pakistan's batting approach ahead of the global tournament.
Ali Agha has predominantly batted later in Pakistan's top six across his T20I career, but most recently has taken it upon himself to move up to the crucial No.3 position in order to provide a more attacking option for his side, as per the International Cricket Council (ICC) website.
The move paid dividends in the opening T20I against Australia on Thursday, when the right-hander struck a brisk 39 as Pakistan secured a 22-run victory in Lahore.
"Yes, I'll be batting at No.3," Ali Agha said after the match. "We e...