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Fakhar Zaman Admits Pakistan Team Feels Pressure to Win ICC Trophy
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News18•17-10-2026, 17:45
Fakhar Zaman Admits Pakistan Team Feels Pressure to Win ICC Trophy
- •Fakhar Zaman acknowledged that Pakistan players are feeling the pressure to end their long wait for an ICC trophy, which dates back to 2017.
- •The left-handed batter stated that the team has had extensive discussions about winning the upcoming 50-overs World Cup hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
- •Pakistan plans to use the upcoming tri-series involving England and Sri Lanka to build the right team combination for the World Cup.
- •Fakhar noted that players are entering the ODI preparations in good touch after playing domestic First-Class cricket.
- •He downplayed Pakistan's recent struggles in the 0-3 Test series against England, emphasizing the differences between red-ball and white-ball cricket.
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Fakhar Zaman acknowledged that the team faces significant pressure to end Pakistan's long wait for an ICC title, noting that players have had extensive discussions about winning a major international trophy.
The 50-overs World Cup is scheduled to take place next year and will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.
Fakhar Zaman stated that the upcoming tri-series involving England and Sri Lanka will serve as the first step to help Pakistan build the right team combinations for the World Cup.
