A Shocking Exclusion
Pakistan’s opening batter Imam-ul-Haq has finally spoken out about his shocking exclusion from the national squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Taking to social media Imam-ul-Haq shared a message of resilience and determination. He wrote that the result was not what he had expected but his journey was far from over. Imam-ul-Haq emphasized that difficulties and obstacles make a person stronger and expressed his unwavering faith in Allah during challenging times.
The Selectors’ Decision
Imam-ul-Haq omission from the 15-member squad announced for the upcoming tri-nation series and the Champions Trophy raised many eyebrows. He has been a regular in Pakistan’s ODI setup and his exclusion came as a surprise to many. The selectors opted for Fakhar Zaman and Usman Khan as top-order options alongside skipper Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam.
Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Squad
The Pakistan squad for the Champions Trophy includes some of the country’s top players. The team will be led by Mohammad Rizwan and includes Babar Azam Fakhar Zaman Kamran Ghulam Saud Shakeel Tayyab Tahir Faheem Ashraf Khushdil Shah Salman Ali Agha Usman Khan Abrar Ahmed Haris Rauf Mohammad Hasnain Naseem Shah and Shaheen Shah Afridi.
The Road Ahead
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is scheduled to start on February 19 with Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi. The much-anticipated clash between Pakistan and India is scheduled for February 23 in Dubai. The tournament will feature some of the world’s top teams including Australia England and Bangladesh.
A Determined Imam-ul-Haq
Imam-ul-Haq’s exclusion from the squad has sparked a lot of debate among cricket fans. Many have questioned the selectors’ decision and have expressed their support for the talented opener. Despite the setback Imam-ul-Haq remains determined to prove himself and make a comeback to the national team.
