Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has requested a two-month break from cricket due to uncertainty surrounding his selection for the upcoming white-ball series against Australia. Sources indicate that the left-handed batter has submitted his request to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Previously, Zaman addressed a show-cause notice issued by the PCB after he criticized the board’s decision to drop Babar Azam from the national team for the Test match against England. Following his response, it was reported that the PCB would review his situation before making a decision about his inclusion in the squad for the Australia tour.
The Pakistan team announcement for the Australia tour is anticipated to be made today (Monday). Zaman had voiced his concerns on social media regarding Babar’s exclusion from the second Test against England, arguing that it sent a negative message. He compared the situation to India’s decision to retain Virat Kohli despite his poor performance from 2020 to 2023, urging the PCB to protect its players rather than rush into decisions.
