Pakistan cricket team, led by Mohammad Rizwan, arrives in Karachi for a must-win ODI against South Africa in the tri-nation series. Get the latest updates, squad details, and match preview.
Pakistan Cricket Team Arrives in Karachi for Crucial ODI Clash Against South Africa at National Bank Stadium
The Pakistan cricket team, captained by Mohammad Rizwan, arrived in Karachi on Sunday evening ahead of their must-win ODI against South Africa in the ongoing tri-nation series. The match is scheduled to take place at the newly renovated National Bank Stadium on Wednesday.
The national team is gearing up for the high-stakes clash to keep their hopes alive in the series after a disappointing start. Pakistan suffered a 78-run defeat against New Zealand in their opening match, despite a valiant half-century from opener Fakhar Zaman.
Preparation for the Crucial Match
To prepare for the upcoming game, the Pakistan squad will hold a three-hour training session at the National Bank Stadium on Monday afternoon. The team is focused on bouncing back strongly after their recent setback.
Recap of Pakistan’s Defeat Against New Zealand
In their first match of the series, New Zealand set a formidable target of 330/6, powered by Glenn Phillips’ explosive century. Phillips remained unbeaten on 106 off 74 deliveries, including six fours and seven sixes. Contributions from Kane Williamson (58) and Daryl Mitchell (81) further bolstered New Zealand’s total.
In response, Pakistan’s batting lineup struggled, managing only 252 runs. Fakhar Zaman fought a lone battle, scoring a defiant 84 off 69 balls, but lacked support from the rest of the team.
Pakistan Squad for Tri-Nation Series and Champions Trophy 2025
The squad, led by Mohammad Rizwan, includes star players like Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Haris Rauf. The team is determined to turn their fortunes around in the upcoming matches.
Pakistan Squad:
Mohammad Rizwan (c), Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Tayyab Tahir, Faheem Ashraf, Khushdil Shah, Salman Ali Agha (vc), Usman Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Mohammad Hasnain, Naseem Shah, and Shaheen Shah Afridi.
Stay tuned for more updates on Pakistan’s journey in the tri-nation series and their preparations for the Champions Trophy 2025.
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