Former England captain and renowned cricket analyst Nasser Hussain has expressed his hope that Fakhar Zaman will shine in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, citing his explosive batting ability as a key asset for Pakistan. Speaking on Sky Sports, Nasser Hussain highlighted Fakhar Zaman’s memorable century in the 2017 Champions Trophy final at The Oval, which played a crucial role in Pakistan’s triumph over India.
Hussain believes the left-hander’s return to the squad could be a game-changer for Pakistan’s top order. “I’d like to see Fakhar Zaman have a great tournament. He scored that memorable hundred at The Oval in the 2017 final. Having recently been out of the side, he’s just made a comeback. They need Fakhar’s explosive power, and I’m keeping an eye on him.”
Fakhar Zaman was recently recalled to the national side after a spell out of the squad due to illness. His return comes at a crucial time for Pakistan, with the team seeking stability in the top order ahead of the Champions Trophy, especially after the injury to young talent Saim Ayub. Fakhar has seamlessly fit back into the international setup, and his form with the bat will be crucial to Pakistan’s success in the upcoming tournament.
With Pakistan placed in Group A alongside India, New Zealand, and Bangladesh, Fakhar’s aggressive style at the top could be vital in setting the tone for Pakistan’s innings in the powerplay. His ability to take on bowlers early could provide much-needed momentum, especially given Pakistan’s recent struggles with batting consistency in recent series.
With Nasser Hussain backing Fakhar Zaman to deliver on the big stage once again, all eyes will be on Pakistan’s opening game against New Zealand in Karachi, where the left-hander will have the chance to prove his worth.