NEW DELHI: Pakistan's pace bowler Haris Rauf has regained fitness and will be ready for their ICC Champions Trophy opening fixture against New Zealand on Wednesday, as per reliable sources.
A source within the Pakistan camp informed PTI on Sunday that Haris, who had suffered a muscular strain in his lower chest during the recent tri-series, has fully recovered and is set to participate in the Champions Trophy opener in Karachi.
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Despite the selectors bringing in uncapped Akif Javed as cover, Haris, who is crucial to Pakistan's bowling attack with his rapid pace and wicket-taking ability during middle overs, has stayed with the squad.
In his international career, Haris has accumulated 83 wickets from 46 one-day internationals and claimed 110 wickets in 79 T20 internationals, establishing himself as a white-ball cricket specialist.
Former Pakistan left-arm quick Muhammad Amir recently voiced concerns about Haris' fitness on television. During a programme on Saturday, Amir suggested that a side strain typically requires five to six weeks for complete recovery.
Having suffered two defeats against New Zealand in the tri-series, including the final on Friday, Pakistan, as defending champions, are keen to reverse their fortunes in the Champions Trophy opener.
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