Pakistan They have not yet announced their team for the next ICC Champions Trophy 2025with Saim AyubThe ankle injury cited as a key reason for the delay. The 22 -year -old rising star, who suffered the injury while presenting during the second test against South Africa In Cape Ayub, the absence is particularly disappointing given its exceptional hate record. The Champions Trophy, which will take place from February 19 to March 9 in the places of Pakistan and Dubai, is a high -risk event, and the Pakistan squad selection will be under intense scrutiny.
Mohsin NAQVI provides updates on Ayub’s availability for the Champions 2025 trophy
President of PCB Mohs Naqvi He has emphasized the safeguarding of the long -term race of Saim Ayub, choosing to concentrate on his recovery instead of hurrying him by the Champions Trophy. Addressing the media, Naqvi shared that medical experts in London have determined that surgery is unnecessary, recommending a carefully planned rehabilitation program to ensure that Ayub recovers full aptitude.
“I am closely monitoring Saim’s condition. It is currently experiencing rehabilitation. The cast of his leg will come out in 1-2 days. After that, he will enter the recovery phase, which will take time. I don’t want to put your future at risk due to a Champions Trophy. Saim Ayub is a valuable asset for us, and, if God wants, he will recover soon “, Naqvi said.
The president of PCB, Mohsin Naqvi, on the recovery of Saim Ayub: ‘Discarded leg in 1-2 days, ongoing rehabilitation. It is an asset of the Pakistan Cricket, not risking it for the Champions Trophy. 🎙️ pic.twitter.com/5dpcihfncj
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The remarkable form of Saim Ayub in Odi for Pakistan
Ayub has quickly become one of Pakistan’s brightest cryket talents. With three centuries through tours in Australia And South Africa, their contributions have been fundamental for the recent successes of Pakistan. His hundreds of consecutive victory against South Africa in his victory of the Odi series cemented his reputation as a first order power. The moment of Ayub’s injury is particularly unfortunate, since it was expected to play an important role in the Champions Trophy.
While his absence would be a coup, he highlights the importance of developing a depth squad to handle such setbacks. With an average of 64.37 in nine games, Ayub has been sublime, recently scoring two centuries in Pakistan’s laundering 3-0 on South Africa. Its inclusion in the ICC Men’s Odi Team of the year 2024 More underlines its value for the team.