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Pakistan opener Saim Ayub has withdrawn from the ongoing ODI tri-series involving England and Sri Lanka to focus on domestic cricket, hoping to correct his batting struggles and recover his confidence.

Cricket News / Mr Cricket UAE / October 26

Pakistan grant Saim Ayub's request to leave ODI squad mid-tri-series

Saim Ayub has been released from Pakistan's ODI squad for the remainder of the ongoing tri-series. In a press release, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Ayub spoke with head coach Mike Hesson and expressed a desire to return to domestic cricket to work on his batting and regain confidence.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 25

Watch: Saim Ayub takes stunning low catch to dismiss Joe Root in PAK vs ENG ODI Tri-Series clash

Pakistan captain Shaheen Afridi made an immediate impact with the ball in the fourth match of the ODI tri-series against England, striking twice in his opening spell.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 10

Watch: Maheesh Theekshana cleans up Saim Ayub with a brilliant delivery as Pakistan beat Sri Lanka in 1st T20I

Pakistan and Sri Lanka faced off in the first T20I of their series in Rawalpindi, with Maheesh Theekshana producing a crucial moment during Pakistan’s chase.

Cricket News / CricketGully / October 4

"...should focus on performance" Ex Pak cricketer slams Saim Ayub for "baby in cradle" celebration after dismissing Sooryavanshi

The Indian men's team defeated the Pakistan team by 19 runs to win the gold medal in the 2026 Asian Games. Amid some of the brilliant performances from either side, youngster Saim Ayub's celebration after dismissing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the matter of discussion, and now former Pakistan wicketkeeper Karman Akmal joined it.

Cricket News / Cricket Times / October 4

Kamran Akmal slams Saim Ayub for Vaibhav Suryavanshi send-off in Asian Games 2026 final

The high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan in the Asian Games 2026 gold medal match produced plenty of drama, but one moment involving Saim Ayub and Vaibhav Suryavanshi attracted attention for all the wrong reasons.

Cricket News / CricTracker / October 3

Asian Games 2026: Saim Ayub pulls out baby cradle celebration after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's dismissal

Saim Ayub produced one of the most discussed moments of the 2026 Asian Games men's cricket gold medal final when he dismissed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and immediately followed it with a baby cradle celebration directed at the young Indian opener.

Cricket News / Mr Cricket UAE / September 11

How Saim Ayub became latest casualty of PCB’s chaotic experimentation

Saim Ayub is the latest casualty of the PCB’s affinity for bizarre experimentation across formats. His 6000‑plus km journey from the Caribbean to Birmingham lasted only 11 deliveries, as the 24‑year‑old registered a pair in the ongoing third Test of the series between England and Pakistan.

Cricket News / CricTracker / September 11

'Disrespect and disregard for Test match cricket' - Hussain blasts Pakistan over Saim Ayub call-up

Former England captain Nasser Hussain has strongly criticised Pakistan's decision to call up Saim Ayub from the Caribbean Premier League and field him in the third Test against England at Edgbaston.

Cricket News / Crictoday / September 10

ENG vs PAK: Ollie Robinson becomes fifth bowler in Test history to..

BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Rain prevented England from putting Pakistan in a deeper hole than 52-2 and 268 runs behind on day two of the Edgbaston cricket test on Thursday.

Cricket News / CricTracker / September 9

Ollie Robinson picks up 100th Test wicket to give England first breakthrough in 3rd Test

Ollie Robinson claimed his 100th Test wicket on September 9, 2026, trapping Saim Ayub in front of the stumps at Edgbaston, Birmingham, to hand England the first breakthrough of the third Test against Pakistan.

Cricket News / BBC Sport / September 9

Robinson gives England perfect start as he takes 100th Test wicket

England bowler Ollie Robinson's perfect summer continues as he removes Pakistan opener Saim Ayub early on day one of the Third Test at Edgbaston, with the batter becoming Robinson's 100th wicket in Test Cricket.

Cricket News / Mr Cricket UAE / September 1

Misbah-ul-Haq resigns as PCB selector after major shake-up

Misbah-ul-Haq has resigned from Pakistan's national selection committee less than 24 hours after a major shake-up that saw the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) replace seven members of Pakistan's Test squad in England on August 31.

Cricket News / CricTracker / August 28

Saim Ayub’s sensational century powers Jamaica Kingsmen to 11-run win over St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots

Jamaica Kingsmen secured their third win of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026, and their second victory over the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots, edging them by 11 runs in a thrilling encounter at Warner Park.

Cricket News / CricketGully / August 21

Saim Ayub Joins Jamaica Kingsmen for CPL 2026 After PCB U-Turn On NOC

Saim Ayub has been brought into the Jamaica Kingsmen team for the CPL 2026, seemingly indicating a different approach from the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding his inclusion.

Cricket News / CricTracker / August 11

Saim Ayub runs himself out in bizarre fashion during Champions Cup 2026

Pakistan Greens captain Saim Ayub ran himself out in unusual fashion during the National Champions Cup 2026 match against Pakistan Whites at Multan Cricket Stadium on August 11, 2026.

Cricket News / CricTracker / August 9

Salman Butt backs Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub and Imam-ul-Haq for 2027 World Cup ODI squad

Former Pakistan captain Salman Butt has identified three batters he believes should feature in the national ODI squad as Pakistan plans ahead for the 2027 World Cup.

Cricket News / Mr Cricket UAE / July 21

Jamaica Kingsmen announce squad for CPL 2026 loaded heavily with Pakistan players

Jamaica Kingsmen have announced their 19-member squad for the upcoming season of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), and it is heavily loaded with Pakistan players.

Cricket News / CricketGully / July 21

CPL 2026: Saim Ayub Named Among Jamaica Kingsmen's Overseas Signings

Saim Ayub, the talented left-handed opener from Pakistan, has been named as one of seven overseas signings by the Jamaica Kingsmen for this year's Caribbean

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / May 20

Fakhar, Ayub Ruled Out Of Selection For ODIs Against Australia Due To Injuries

The Pakistan Cricket Board: Pakistan have been dealt a big blow ahead of their upcoming ODI series against Australia as their opening pair, Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman, have been ruled out of selection for the three-match series due to injuries.

Cricket News / Cricfit / February 15

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Saim Ayub Strikes Twice In Two Deliveries During The India-Pakistan Game

The control of the match switched to Pakistan when Saim Ayub delivered his game-changing performance at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo during the 14th over.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / January 29

Saim Ayub Star In Pakistan's Win Over Australia In First T20I

All-rounder Saim Ayub starred in Pakistan's spin-assisted 22-run win over Australia in the first Twenty20 international in Lahore on Thursday.

Cricket News / Crictoday / September 25, 2025

Saim Ayub becomes King of Ducks in T20Is

Pakistan batter Saim Ayub became the King of Ducks after failing to open his account in the Super 4 match against Bangladesh in the Asia Cup 2025. He has recorded the most ducks in T20Is in a calendar year.

Cricket News / Cricketnmore / September 13, 2025

Asia Cup: We'll Assess The Condition To Pick Bowling Attack Against India, Says Saim Ayub

Asia Cup: Pakistan opener Saim Ayub said the team will evaluate the pitch and conditions before finalising their bowling combination for Sunday’s high-voltage Asia Cup clash against India in Dubai, weighing up whether to retain three spinners or add an extra pacer.