National team batter Fakhar Zaman’s troubles may soon come to an end.
Fakhar Zaman supported Babar Azam in a tweet after Babar was dropped from the Test series against England, leading to Fakhar being excluded from the Australia tour and the central contract.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi confirmed in a press conference that Fakhar’s fitness and his tweet were contributing factors to his difficulties.
However, according to ARY, sources indicate that the PCB will soon resolve Fakhar Zaman’s issue. Sources mention that Fakhar Zaman has clearly presented his stance in response to the show-cause notice.
PCB is giving indications of resolving the matter logically. Progress on Fakhar Zaman’s issue is expected in the coming days.
After Fakhar Zaman was dropped from the team, former cricketers and cricket fans criticized the PCB and demanded his inclusion in the team. Previously, there were reports that Fakhar Zaman was considering retirement due to dissatisfaction with the PCB’s selection policies.
Fakhar had started consulting with his close associates about the possibility of retiring from international cricket.
But later, these claims were denied by his close sources.
Rumours of Fakhar’s retirement:
Pakistan’s aggressive opener Fakhar Zaman is reportedly considering retirement after being dropped from the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) central contract, Urdupoint had reported on Tuesday.
The aggressive batter had been asked to undergo another fitness test in January, revealing double standards. Usman Khan stopped during the third round of the 2-kilometre run but not only received a contract but also made it into the squad.
According to details, the PCB selection committee released the list of centrally contracted cricketers yesterday, and Fakhar Zaman’s name was not included. Last year, he was in the B category. Fakhar Zaman is also not included in the squads for the tours of Australia and Zimbabwe.
Recently, he was invited for a fitness test but couldn’t complete the 2-kilometer run in 8 minutes. This test was used as a basis to drop him.
Some sources suggest his candid conversation at the connection camp and tweet in favour of Babar Azam also played a role. Close sources to Fakhar Zaman said he is very unhappy with the current situation. He believes he always played for the country and never prioritized records but is being treated this way. Fakhar Zaman is considering retirement but hasn’t made a final decision.
