Pakistan drop 'undisciplined' Shehzad, Akmal for England tour

Pakistan star players Ahmed Shehzad, Umar Akmal have been dropped from the national squad for the upcoming tour of England over disciplinary issues, according to newly-appointed chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq.

Explaining his selection committee's decision, former Test captain Inzamam cited a lack of discipline and performance on the part of Shehzad and Umar as the reason for the duo's ouster from the team.

"Wherever there will be a disciplinary problem, we will take a step. And you should expect this selection committee to be a little stern on discipline," Inzamam was quoted as saying by the Express Tribune.

Commenting on former T20 captain Shahid Afridi's exclusion, Inzamam said that they want to give a chance to youngsters, adding that the flamboyant all-rounder would be selected if he proves his fitness and form in the coming future.

The 35-man training camp for the England tour will begin on May 14 and go on till June 4 ahead of the tour which starts in July.

Pakistan are scheduled to play four Tests, five ODIs and one-off T20 against England from July to September.