Which illness did Fakhar Zaman suffer from? Batter reveals details

Pakistan cricket team’s opening batter Fakhar Zaman has opened up about his health struggles in a conversation with Salman Butt on the PCB Podcast.  

Clarifying speculations about his absence from the team, Fakhar Zaman revealed that he was not injured but was suffering from an illness. "Anyone can fall sick. I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, which led to a weight loss of 10 kg and weakened my muscles," he stated.  

Discussing his recovery, the left-handed batter admitted that it took time to regain full fitness. "This was the only reason I was out of the team—there was nothing else. I am fully fit now, but the first four to five matches in domestic cricket were tough, and I felt as if I had forgotten how to play," he said.  

Fakhar added that he gradually improved and performed well, reassuring fans that he is now completely healthy.  

Speaking about the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy, he expressed his excitement, recalling that his international career took off during the previous edition of the tournament. "I will try my best to make this Champions Trophy even more memorable for myself and the team," he remarked.  

When asked about facing India, Fakhar Zaman stated that he approaches matches against them with the same mindset as he does against any other team.  

He also shared his views on Babar Azam’s batting position, emphasizing that for a player of Babar’s caliber, the batting number does not matter. "I believe he will perform well as an opener and make things easier for me," he added.  

Concluding his remarks, Fakhar Zaman expressed his enthusiasm for the Champions Trophy, highlighting the significance of hosting an ICC event in Pakistan.