After the incredible knock produced by the willow of the blistering and enterprising batter, Fakhar Zaman, fans started to rally behind the Pakistan cricket team.
The fans expressed optimism that the Babar Azam-inspired team will manage to qualify for the semifinals of the World Cup.
The cricket fans commended the efforts of Fakhar Zaman and lauded the way he went on to bat against Kane Williamson-led New Zealand.
Fakhar Zaman had been labelled as ‘’the pride of Pakistan’’ for putting up a belligerent knock. ‘’The splendid display with the bat will be remembered for years to come,’’ the fans added.
– Fortune favours the brave –
Pakistan former all-rounder Mohammad Hafeez lauded Fakhar Zaman and Babar for powering the team to a crucial 21-run victory (DLS method) against New Zealand in the high-stakes contest.
Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter), the 43-year-old underscored the importance of today's encounter. ‘’Pakistan winning importantly and keeping hopes alive,” he added.
He commended the intent and aggression that the Pakistan team showcased today, despite knowing they were chasing a mammoth 402-run target against the Kane Williamson-inspired team. “Fortune favours the brave,” he added.
– Shahid Afridi and Mushtaq Ahmed hail Fakhar Zaman –
Fakhar Zaman's scintillating performance against New Zealand garnered praise from cricket legends Shahid Khan Afridi and Mushtaq Ahmed on Saturday.
Speaking on Samaa TV, Shahid Afridi lauded Fakhar Zaman as a true "match-winner", emphasising that his aggressive batting style exemplifies his true essence. Afridi expressed the belief that Fakhar Zaman should maintain the same approach in the upcoming matches.
Mushtaq Ahmed, echoing similar sentiments, saying, "Pakistan now find themselves in a situation where there is nothing to lose. He highlighted that if Pakistan continue to embrace the same approach and mindset displayed by Fakhar Zaman, it could herald a transformation in the team's brand of cricket".
