Dubai – Opener Imam-ul-Haq has joined the Pakistan team in Dubai after being included in the squad as a replacement for star batsman Fakhar Zaman, who was ruled out of the Champions Trophy due to injury.
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Imam-ul-Haq, selected as Fakhar Zaman’s replacement, participated in the training session at the ICC Cricket Academy alongside his Pakistani teammates upon arrival for the Pak vs India Champions Trophy Match.
Under the supervision of head coach Aqib Javed, bowling coach Azhar Mahmood, and other coaching staff, the players engaged in physical training. The tournament’s biggest and most high-voltage clash will take place on Sunday 23 February at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, where traditional rivals Pakistan and India will face off.
Pak vs India Champions Trophy Match: Pakistan Focuses on Training
The team also focused on batting, bowling, and fielding practice in preparation for their crucial Champions Trophy match against arch-rivals India. The players appeared highly motivated and worked hard in the nets to refine their skills.
Champions Trophy: Pakistan Faces Must-Win Clash Against India on Sunday
The ICC Champions Trophy did not start well for Pakistan, as they suffered a defeat against New Zealand in their opening match. On the other hand, India began their campaign with a victory in their first game.
Now, Pakistan faces a must-win situation as they take on their arch-rivals India on Sunday. To stay in the Champions Trophy, Pakistan must secure a victory against India.
It is noteworthy that Pakistan will play its second match of the Champions Trophy against India on February 23 at Dubai Stadium. In the Champions Trophy, India made a strong start by defeating Bangladesh in their first group match, while Pakistan suffered a 60-run defeat against New Zealand.
