Fakhar Zaman Ruled Out of ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan Faces Major Setback

Pakistan's men's cricket team faces significant challenges in the ICC Champions Trophy after losing their opening match to New Zealand and key player Fakhar Zaman, who has been ruled out of the tournament due to an oblique injury. Zaman sustained the injury during the match, where he batted with discomfort, scoring 24 runs before being dismissed. His absence is a major setback for Pakistan, particularly as they prepare for a crucial match against archrivals India. Imam-ul-Haq has been named as his replacement in the squad. Additionally, the team was fined for a slow over-rate in the same match, further compounding their difficulties. With these setbacks, Pakistan's chances of defending their title appear increasingly precarious as they head into their next game in Dubai.