Pakistan interim head coach Aaqib Javed said on Tuesday that the Green Shirts were bracing for the Champions Trophy.
Expressing his thoughts, Javed said, “The ODI series against South Africa is part of the Champions Trophy’s preparations. All the upcoming series ahead of the Champions Trophy are vital for the mega-event.”
He acknowledged the pressure on the national cricket team in the competitive cricket, saying, “There exists pressure on the team due to the expectations of the fans.”
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“However, the pressure is important to improve the team’s performance,” he stated.