Pakistan standout Haris Rauf is ready for the Champions Trophy

With the ICC Champions Trophy coming up, Pakistan needs all they can get with their title defence, which might come with Haris Rauf.
February 20, 2025
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The Pakistan cricket team wants to defend their championship in the ICC Champions Trophy. While they have a strong squad headlined by captain Mohammad Rizwan, they are getting a significant boost with the return of Haris Rauf.

Rizwan believes the fast bowler is prepared to play for their first One-Day International (ODI) match against New Zealand. That is fantastic news, considering Rauf can boost the team’s chances of winning games and even the entire tournament.

Rauf is ready to contribute for Pakistan

After suffering a muscular sprain in his chest area back in early February, Rauf is back and better than ever. He last played against the Black Caps, and he will potentially return against the same country. 

Pakistan, especially, Rizwan is ecstatic with the news of Rauf returning to the squad. The captain said, ‘He's bowling with full rhythm today, too. He's also putting work in the gym and isn't complaining of any pains. We think he's fully fit’.

With this news, expect Pakistan to compete at the highest level and look to stay in title contention.

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