Delhi: If Pakistan has to think about defeating India in Dubai on 23 February, then there are 5 players who will have to do some special performance. Which are these 5 players:
- Babar Azam:
In recent months, like Virat Kohli, Babur has also been criticized with the label of ‘out of farm’ but noted these superstar batsmen, ICC ODI batsman is the top in the rankings i.e. Shubman Gill (2) and Rohit Sharma ( 3) Even above. If Pakistan has to make a splash in this tournament, then they will have to continue this form. Since the 2023 ODI World Cup, 90 runs have been scored in 9 ODIs and is a talent to dominate both spin and pace. In many places, compared to Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson and people call them the modern back bone of Pakistan batting lineup.
ODI Record: 6019 runs in 126 ODIs 55.73 average and 88+ strike rate
ODI records against India: 218 runs in 8 matches 31.14 average and 75+ strike rate
- Fakhar Zaman:
One of the products of domestic cricket is why hard work is seen in his batting. He used to play football and helped in cricket. The ICC Champions Trophy 2017 was a special turn of the 2017 career in which 114 off their 106 balls in the final against India played a special role in Pakistan’s victory, giving the team the first Champions Trophy title. Not only an MOM, but also made one of the most talked about players in world cricket. This time again, it is intended to do something special against India and perhaps that is why despite being a ‘out of favor’ for the last several months, he brought him back to the Champions Trophy.
ICC batting ranking: Number 13
ODI Record: 3627 runs in 85 ODIs 46.50 average and 94+ strike rate
ODI records against India: 234 runs in 6 matches at 46.80 average and 82+ strike rate
- Saud Shakeel:
New cricket stars and many experts believe that the Champions Trophy will be a special player in 2025. Famous for hard work on your game. Khabbu batsman who is not weak in defense but can also kill a boundary in need. Especially better against spin bowlers and Spin in India’s attack. Famous for your child and wait for the right ball to hit.
ODI Record: 340 runs in 17 ODIs 26.15 average and 88+ strike rate
ODI records against India: 6 runs in 1 match
- Naseem Shah:
Fast bowler who is famous for fast and right ball. Length 5 feet 7 inch, athletic body that helps in fast bowling and not easy to play. India’s batsmen may get into trouble. After international debut in November 2019, all three became part of the team attack in the format. Especially famous for not giving runs in limited overs cricket. Despite the boom, the control of the ball and this got the international recognition. Most in swinging the ball and Sharjah’s pitch will help.
ICC bowling ranking: Number 48
ODI Record: 45 wickets in 23 ODIs at 22.71 average and 5.28 economy rate
ODI records against India: 3 wickets in 2 matches at 29.66 average and 4.89 economy rate
- Shaheen Shah Afridi:
A Pashtun, who started playing cricket with tennis balls and has been playing ODIs since September 2018. The real breakout moment came in the 2019 Cricket World Cup and with 16 wickets in 5 matches, one of the best bowlers of the cup. In his ball speed, reverse swing and high voltage atmosphere, Peshnt made him special for Pakistan.
Today, one of the most talked about fast bowlers in world cricket, who uses 6 feet 6 inch length for the extra bounce of the ball and is a scared bowler on any pitch. 140–145 km/h is common for them.
ICC Ranking: Number 4
ODI Record: 125 wickets in 62 ODIs at 23.62 average and 5.57 economy rate
ODI records against India: 7 wickets in 4 matches at 27.42 average and 6 economy rate
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