The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a 15-member squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. The squad includes Fakhar Zaman, who is returning to the team after an injury. Babar Azam is also on the squad and may open the batting. The Champions Trophy will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. The marquee Pakistan vs India clash will be played in Dubai on February 23.

Pakistan squad for the Champions Trophy:

Babar Azam (C), Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha, Mohammad Rizwan, Usman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi and Mohammad Hasnain.

Key Players and Their Roles


Fakhar Zaman: Fakhar Zaman is a left-handed opening batsman who is known for his aggressive batting style. He has been in good form recently and is expected to play a key role in the Champions Trophy.

Babar Azam: Babar Azam is the captain of the Pakistan cricket team and one of the best batsmen in the world. He is a versatile batsman who can play both defensive and attacking shots.

 Mohammad Rizwan: Mohammad Rizwan is a wicketkeeper-batsman who is known for his solid batting technique and excellent wicketkeeping skills.

 Shaheen Afridi: Shaheen Afridi is a left-arm fast bowler who is considered one of the best bowlers in the world. He is known for his ability to swing the ball and bowl at high speeds.

 Haris Rauf: Haris Rauf is a right-arm fast bowler who is known for his pace and accuracy. He has been in good form recently and is expected to play a key role in the Champions Trophy.

Team Strengths and Weaknesses

Pakistan has a strong batting lineup, with Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, and Mohammad Rizwan all capable of scoring big runs. The bowling attack is also strong, with Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf both capable of taking wickets. However, Pakistan's fielding is often inconsistent and they need to improve in this area.

Expectations for the Champions Trophy

Pakistan is one of the favorites to win the Champions Trophy. They have a strong team and are playing at home conditions. However, they will face stiff competition from teams like India and England.

Pakistan vs India Match
The marquee match of the Champions Trophy will be Pakistan vs India, which will be played in Dubai on February 23. This is one of the most anticipated matches in cricket and is sure to be a thrilling contest.

Conclusion

The Pakistan Cricket Board has announced a strong squad for the Champions Trophy. The team is led by Babar Azam and includes Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Shaheen Afridi, and Haris Rauf. Pakistan is one of the favorites to win the tournament, but they will face stiff competition from other teams. The marquee match of the Champions Trophy will be Pakistan vs India, which will be played in Dubai on February 23.

Additional Information
 ⇒ The Champions Trophy will be played from February 13 to March 3, 2025.
 ⇒ The tournament will be played in Pakistan and the UAE.
 ⇒ The final will be played at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
 ⇒ Pakistan has won the Champions Trophy twice, in 2009 and 2017.

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