Pakistan play South Africa on Friday after having lost three Cricket World Cup 2023 matches on the trot. The Pakistani team took part in the nets sessions on Wednesday evening and Thursday afternoon to sharpen their skills. The focus was more on the fielding aspect as the players let themselves down in this department in the game vs Afghanistan. The atmosphere was a little tensed as Babar Azam and Co took part in the mandatory training session. See photos.
Pakistan are under a lot of stress ahead of their match vs South Africa. Here, Babar can be seen giving a pep talk to the players before the nets session. A tensed-looking Pakistan took part in the nets. (Image: X)
Fakhar Zaman appears to have recovered from the knee injury. He batted for long hours in the nets and seems ready for the clash vs South Africa. (Image: X)
Pakistan's opening batter Imam-ul-Haq left no stone unturned during the fielding drills ahead of the PAK vs SA World Cup fixture. (Image: X)
The AP photographer caught Pakistan captain Babar Azam lost in his thoughts. He has received tons of criticism after Pakistan lost three matches on the trot. (Image: AP)
Babar Azam ensured he made good use of the nets session as he batted for long hours in the nets. (Image : AP)
Babar Azam spent a long time on the field. Batting session aside, the Pakistani team spent long hours sharpening their fielding skills. (Image: AP)