Pakistan Call Up Akif Javed as Haris Rauf’s Replacement for Tri-Series
Left-arm pacer Akif Javed has been added to Pakistan’s squad for the ongoing Tri-Nation ODI Series as a replacement for Haris Rauf, who has been sidelined due to a muscular sprain in his lower chest wall. Read more
Karachi, February 11, 2025 – Left-arm pacer Akif Javed has been added to Pakistan’s squad for the ongoing Tri-Nation ODI Series as a replacement for Haris Rauf, who has been sidelined due to a muscular sprain in his lower chest wall.
Haris sustained the injury during Pakistan’s match against New Zealand on Saturday and has been advised to rest. However, he is expected to recover in time for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Schedule
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While Akif Javed’s inclusion is only for the Tri-Series, Haris Rauf is expected to return for the Champions Trophy, boosting Pakistan’s pace attack ahead of the prestigious tournament.
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