However, Asif will first fly out to the United States for the funeral of his 19-month-old daughter, who died following a lengthy battle with cancer over the weekend. He paid an emotional tribute on Twitter: "My daughter my angle returned to Allah last night. Pakistan Prime Minister and former all-rounder Imran Khan was among those to offer his condolences to Asif, writing on Twitter : "My condolences and prayers go to Asif Ali & his family on the passing of his daughter from cancer. Imran Khan said: "My condolences and prayers go to Asif Ali & his family on the passing of his daughter from cancer. "After both the first-choice openers struck early form, we preferred Asif Ali as he brings firepower to the team that can strengthen our chances in the tournament."

Source: Daily Mirror May 20, 2019 12:56 UTC