Fakhar Zaman puts end to retirement rumours

Pakistan star Fakhar Zaman has put an end to swirling retirement speculations, confirming that he is far from calling it quits.

Addressing the buzz on social media, Zaman stated that while he did consider taking a break due to health concerns, his commitment to cricket remains strong, with a return to action expected within a month.

 "Yes, I have heard the rumours. Many of my friends texted me about it, but there is no truth to it. The media can say whatever they want. The ODI format is my favourite, and I want to continue playing all three formats," Zaman clarified in a video shared by PCB. In conversation with @FakharZamanLive 🎙️

Fakhar, who made his long-awaited return to the national team in the recently-held home tri-nation ODI series was ruled out of the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025.

Fakhar sustained the injury while fielding during Pakistan’s match against New Zealand in Karachi on February 19 as he fell awkwardly in the opening over of the game and had to leave the field for medical evaluation.

Although he made a brief return, he soon exited again, raising concerns about his fitness. Subsequent scans confirmed an oblique tear, leading to his withdrawal from the tournament just ahead of Pakistan's crucial encounter against India on February 23 in Dubai.