Pakistan has made a key change to its squad for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, with Imam-ul-Haq stepping in for the injured Fakhar Zaman. The decision was officially approved by the tournament’s Event Technical Committee.
1. Imam-ul-Haq Joins the Squad
At 29 years old, Imam-ul-Haq brings a wealth of experience with 72 ODIs under his belt. His inclusion comes after Fakhar Zaman suffered an oblique injury, forcing him out of the tournament.
2. ICC’s Event Technical Committee Approval
Player replacements in ICC events require formal approval from the Event Technical Committee before they can be added to the squad. In this case, the committee swiftly approved Imam’s inclusion.
3. Who is on the Event Technical Committee?
The Event Technical Committee for the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 includes:
Wasim Khan – ICC General Manager (Cricket)
Sarah Edgar – ICC Senior Manager (Events)
Usman Wahla – PCB Director (International Cricket Operations)
Shaun Pollock – Independent Representative
With this approval, Imam-ul-Haq is now officially part of Pakistan’s Champions Trophy squad, ready to make an impact in the prestigious tournament.
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