Pakistan Receives Major Boost as Fakhar Zaman & Saim Ayub Set to Regain Fitness for PSL 10

Pakistani cricket fans have received great news as star openers Fakhar Zaman and Saim Ayub are expected to recover in time for Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025. Both players had been sidelined due to injuries, missing the Champions Trophy 2025 and a significant stretch of international cricket.

Key Updates on Fakhar Zaman & Saim Ayub’s Fitness

Expected Return for PSL 10 – Reports from Geo Super confirm that both players are on track to regain fitness before PSL 2025 kicks off in April.

Saim Ayub’s Injury – Ayub sustained an ankle injury during Pakistan’s Test series against South Africa. As a result, he was ruled out for several months, missing key international matches.

Fakhar Zaman’s Setback – Zaman played one match in the Champions Trophy 2025 before injuring his left lower intercostal muscle, forcing him to withdraw from the tournament.🔹 Exclusion from New Zealand Tour – Despite progress in recovery, both players have not been considered for Pakistan’s New Zealand tour, which features five T20Is and three ODIs starting March 16.

Fakhar Zaman’s Expected Return to PSL

Training Resumption – Fakhar Zaman is expected to begin practice soon.
Lahore Qalandars Participation – He will be available to play for his PSL franchise, Lahore Qalandars, once fully fit.

With both batters gearing up for a return, Pakistan cricket fans can expect an exciting PSL 2025 season ahead!