Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan issued a fitness update on tearaway Haris Rauf and confirmed the 31-year-old was at his "full rhythm" on the eve of the Champions Trophy opener against New Zealand. After over seven years,

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan on Tuesday confirmed that right-hander Babar Azam will continue opening the batting in the upcoming Champions Trophy. The eight-team tournament begins on Wednesday with the opening match between hosts Pakistan and New Zealand in Karachi.

Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan expressed excitement about the return of the Champions Trophy to Pakistan after nearly 30 years. The tournament starts on Wednesday in Karachi with Pakistan facing New Zealand.