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The Story Behind Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Delay: Fitness Issues and Squad Variations

Pakistan ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Squad Update

Out of 8 teams competing in the Champions Trophy tournament this year, only one team had to officially announce their squad for the tournament, that is Pakistan. After Team India’s Squad announcement on 18th January, only Pakistan is the remaining unannounced official squad, what could be the reason the announcement is getting delayed. In this article, Pakistan ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Squad Update.

Will Pakistan be Punished for crossing the January 12 deadline?

BCCI had initially announced a squad announcement deadline on January 12th but India and Pakistan had crossed the deadline. Although India has submitted the official squad, Pakistan still has to announce their squad, are we looking at a potential risk of punishment?

To be Precise the deadline mentioned was for the Provisional squad, every team had to submit a provisional squad before submitting the final and official squad on the 13th of February. If we have a look at the previous ICC tournament’s squad submission dates by the boards, Pakistan had always submitted their official squads just a day or two before the final deadline day. Hence, Pakistan is safe from any legal punishment for delaying the squad announcement, unless they delay it again after 13th February.

What is the Cause for Delay?

PCB is closely monitoring the fitness of Saim Ayub, who suffered an ankle injury during Pakistan’s match against South Africa. Ayub, who left the ground on a stretcher, was sent to London for recovery, avoiding surgery. His availability for the Champions Trophy remains unknown, which is probably why it is leading to a delay in the squad announcement.

The PCB is waiting for clarity on his fitness as scans are being conducted. With reports suggesting the squad announcement deadline is February 13th, Pakistan has a few upcoming ODIs before February 13, which could serve as opportunities to test various combinations ahead of deciding their final Champions Trophy squad.

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