After a tough loss in their opening match, the Pakistan cricket team has arrived in Dubai ahead of their highly anticipated Champions Trophy 2025 clash against India on Sunday, February 23.
The team traveled to Dubai on a Pakistan Air Force aircraft, with Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officials accompanying them. PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi is also present to oversee preparations for the marquee match.
The squad will take a rest day today, with practice sessions set to resume at the ICC Academy tomorrow.
Fakhar Out, Imam-ul-Haq In
In a major blow, Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the tournament due to an injury sustained during Pakistan’s first match against New Zealand. Despite his efforts to continue playing, Fakhar was unable to recover and has been withdrawn from the squad. Imam-ul-Haq has been named as his replacement, with the ICC’s technical committee approving his inclusion. Imam will join the team in Dubai tomorrow.
Fakhar was injured while fielding in the opening over against New Zealand, and although he later batted, he was still in discomfort, leading to his exit from the tournament.
