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THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2025
Rizwan urges Pakistan to embrace Champions Trophy as historic moment

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18 February, 2025, 05:55 pm
Last modified: 18 February, 2025, 05:59 pm

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Rizwan urges Pakistan to embrace Champions Trophy as historic moment

The tournament marks the first major cricket event hosted by Pakistan in nearly three decades, second only to the World Cup in significance for the one-day format.

TBS Report
18 February, 2025, 05:55 pm
Last modified: 18 February, 2025, 05:59 pm
Rizwan urges Pakistan to embrace Champions Trophy as historic moment

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan has called on the nation to savour the Champions Trophy, describing it as a "historic occasion" ahead of their opening match against New Zealand.

The tournament marks the first major cricket event hosted by Pakistan in nearly three decades, second only to the World Cup in significance for the one-day format.

"A global event has come to Pakistan after 29 years, so I think the whole nation should enjoy this historic occasion," Rizwan said at a press conference on the eve of the competition, which runs until 9 march.

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Pakistan were initially set to host the tournament in 2008, but a security crisis stemming from the conflict in neighbouring Afghanistan led to their isolation from international cricket. The situation worsened in 2009 when Islamist gunmen attacked Sri Lanka's team bus in Lahore, injuring players and killing eight policemen and civilians.

In recent years, improved security has seen major teams return, allowing Pakistan to finally stage the tournament.

"Pakistan has suffered enough and for a long time, but we have also won during this phase, like the 2017 Champions Trophy and the 2009 Twenty20 World Cup," Rizwan said.

However, India's refusal to play in Pakistan due to political tensions means their matches will be held in Dubai.

Pakistan's preparations have been mixed, with New Zealand defeating them twice in a recent tri-series involving South Africa.

"There shouldn't be any doubts about our performance," Rizwan insisted. "We may not have played to our full ability, but we all want to win the event for the country and its people."

Fast bowler Haris Rauf, who suffered a chest muscle strain against New Zealand last week, could be available for the opener.

"Haris bowled at 80 per cent yesterday, and today he is at full rhythm, saying he feels no discomfort. I hope he is fully fit," Rizwan added.

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