NEW DELHI: Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan's newly appointed limited-overs captain, expressed optimism about his team's prospects in Australia despite recent organizational changes.
The leadership transition occurred after Babar Azam's unsuccessful tenure, marked by poor tournament results.
Adding to the team's challenges, white-ball coach Gary Kirsten stepped down due to selection disagreements before the Australian tour, with Test coach Jason Gillespie taking temporary charge.
The series begins with three ODIs in Melbourne from November 4, followed by three T20Is, serving as preparation for the upcoming Champions Trophy.
The team faces selection changes with Fakhar Zaman and Imam-ul-Haq excluded due to fitness and discipline concerns.
"We will miss them, but ahead of a major event like the Champions Trophy we want to test various combinations and hope they will settle before the event," Rizwan told reporters.
The squad sees the return of Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Naseem Shah, who were absent from recent Test matches against England.
Several newcomers join the ODI team, including Aamer Jamal, Arafat Minhas, Faisal Akram, Haseebullah, Muhammad Irfan Khan, and Saim Ayub.
The T20I squad introduces two new players, Jahandad Khan and Salman Ali Agha.
"Whoever is the coach we need to combine well and bring good results on a tough tour," said Rizwan.
Pakistan's historical performance in Australia shows limited success, with only two victories in their last 16 ODIs and one win in four T20Is.
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