'India Is The Best..,' Fakhar Zaman Praises Rohit Sharma & Co. Ahead Of Crucial Match

Fakhar Zaman [AP photos]

In anticipation of the highly-anticipated match against England in the 13th edition of the ODI World Cup 2023, Pakistani cricketer Fakhar Zaman expressed his admiration for India.

Here's what he said:

"India is the best in the world to play cricket." 

However, the focus is now on Pakistan's crucial clash with England tomorrow at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.

After New Zealand's impressive win over Sri Lanka, Pakistan's chances of reaching the semi-finals have dwindled. To have a shot at qualifying, Pakistan needs to win against England by a margin of at least 287 runs if they bat first.

Batting second would pose a significant disadvantage, requiring an almost impossible chase within 2.5 overs, even if England is bowled out for just 100 runs.

The Pakistani team had relied on Sri Lanka to secure their semi-final spot, but New Zealand's dominant performance virtually eliminated that possibility. Now facing an uphill battle, Pakistan aims for an unlikely qualification scenario against England. 

The match on November 11 is pivotal for Pakistan's World Cup journey, and fans eagerly await the outcome of this crucial encounter at Eden Gardens.

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