Those performances at the tri-series has Salman thinking that his team is building confidence under his captaincy as he begins to dream about the prospect of helping Pakistan claim their second T20 World Cup title and first since 2009.
“We have played with this group for six months, and the results have started to come,” Salman suggested.
“I want us to win the 2026 T20 World Cup and then the 2027 ODI World Cup. Winning both World Cups is my dream; if it happens, I will be very happy.
“As of now, Pakistan will play the T20 World Cup under my captaincy. Senior players understand Sri Lankan pitches; the Sri Lanka series will benefit the new players before the World Cup.
“The team is on the right track, but there is still room for improvement. We want Pakistan to reach the level where everyone hopes to see it.”