Home ICC World Cup 2019 News World Cup: Asif Ali rejoins Pakistan squad after daughter's funeral Asif Ali left the team's tour of England and returned to Pakistan following the death last Sunday of 19-month-old Dua Fatima. AFP 25 May, 2019 16:57 IST Asif Ali was called up to Pakistan's World Cup squad after hitting two half-centuries in the ODI series against England - Getty Images AFP 25 May, 2019 16:57 IST Pakistan cricketer Asif Ali on Saturday left for England to join up with his country's World Cup squad following the funeral of his daughter, who he said will continue to be his strength and inspiration.Asif left the team's tour of England and returned to Pakistan following the death last Sunday of 19-month-old Dua Fatima, who had been receiving cancer treatment in the United States.READ | Pakistan cricketer Asif Ali's daughter dies after cancer treatmentShe was buried in the Punjab province city of Faisalabad on Thursday.“I want to remember Dua Fatima as a warrior,” tweeted 27-year-old Asif. “She was my strength and inspiration. The fragrance of her memories is going to stay with me forever.”“I again request you all to pray for the soul of my princess. Thanks again for being there for me.”Middle-order batsman Asif was not named in the preliminary squad for the World Cup but was called up after hitting two half-centuries in the ODI series against England, which Pakistan lost 4-0.He will be available for Pakistan's second warm-up match against Bangladesh in Cardiff on Sunday.Asif called on Pakistan fans to support the side, which open its World Cup campaign with a match against the West Indies in Nottingham on Friday.Pakistan full World Cup squad“We as a team will be in need of your prayers and unconditional support.” Subscribe to our daily newsletter Get your daily dose of Sportstar with handpicked stories delivered right to your inbox! SUBSCRIBE Please enter a valid email address. Dugout videos