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'There is pressure on us': Pakistan's ICC trophy drought adds to players' burden
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What Happened?
Fakhar Zaman expressed hope that Pakistan can win an ICC trophy at the 2023 World Cup in South Africa, acknowledging the pressure on the team due to past failures.
Key points
- Fakhar Zaman believes Pakistan can end their ICC trophy drought at the 2023 World Cup.
- The team last reached an ICC final in 2022, losing to England.
- Fakhar acknowledged fans' disappointment over the lack of ICC titles since 2017.
- He emphasized the importance of winning a trophy for national pride.
- The upcoming tri-series will help Pakistan prepare for the World Cup.
- Fakhar noted that playing domestic cricket aids in adapting to international formats.
Key insights
- Winning the World Cup could restore fans' faith in the team.
- The pressure to perform may lead to increased focus during training.
- Success in the tri-series could boost team morale ahead of the World Cup.
Why it matters
The team's performance could impact national pride and fan support.
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Source
Times of India
