Karachi: Despite all concerns and the neighboring country’s negative reporting and suspicions, the ICC Champions Trophy kicks off today in Karachi with the match between Pakistan and New Zealand.
President Asif Ali Zardari will be the guest of honor, and a spectacular air show by the Pakistan Air Force featuring the “Sher Dil” demonstration will be held.
With back-to-back victories in the previous bilateral matches, the visiting team is in high spirits. However, the host side is determined to settle scores and avenge their previous defeats in this high-stakes match.
Players like Babar Azam, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, Shaheen Afridi, and others are eager to deliver strong performances. Haris Rauf is fit again, but whether he will be part of the playing eleven will be decided before the match.
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On the other hand, New Zealand boasts several match-winners, including Kane Williamson. The pitch at National Stadium Karachi is favorable for batting. Both team captains are determined for victory.
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