Pakistan men's cricket team head coach Mike Hesson has clarified the decision to drop wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan from the ODI squad for the upcoming series against Australia. Rizwan, who had a disappointing performance against Bangladesh, scoring just 54 runs in three matches with an average of 19.33, was replaced by Rohail Nazir. Hesson explained that the team is experimenting with different combinations in preparation for the 2027 ODI World Cup. He noted that the selectors had already begun making changes during the Bangladesh series to assess younger players and new strategies. Additionally, Hesson discussed Rizwan's removal as captain, stating that after winning only two games in 12 months, a change was necessary to enhance team performance. He highlighted the importance of balancing individual statistics with overall team success. Hesson also mentioned that Rizwan had been out of the T20I setup prior to his coaching tenure, indicating a broader strategy for the team's future in white-ball cricket.