PAK vs NZ: Fakhar Zaman Injured in Champions Trophy Opener – Will He Play Against India?
Fakhar Zaman walked out of the field after getting injured in the Champions Trophy opener.
Pakistan faced a big problem in the Champions Trophy 2025 as opener Fakhar Zaman got injured during the first match against New Zealand in Karachi on February 19. The injury happened when he tried to stop a boundary in the first over of the match.
How Did the Injury Happen?
Pakistan won the toss and chose to field first to take advantage of the evening dew. Shaheen Afridi bowled the first over, and on his second ball, Will Young played a cover drive. Fakhar chased the ball and successfully stopped the boundary but looked in pain after that. He signaled for a replacement and left the field, sitting near the advertising hoardings.
Substitute fielder Kamran Ghulam replaced him, and Fakhar was seen holding the left side of his back. Soon after, he walked to the dressing room with the team physio.
Will Fakhar Play the Next Match?
Fakhar later returned to the team’s dugout, but his condition is still uncertain. Pakistan already lost Saim Ayub before the tournament due to a leg injury, making Fakhar’s recovery even more important. He was in good form during the tri-series and has performed well against New Zealand recently.
Pakistan will now play their next match against India on February 23. The team will hope that Fakhar recovers in time for the big clash. Fans are waiting for an official update on his injury.
