Karachi, Feb. 19 -- Pakistan's title defense in the Champions Trophy got off to a rocky start as Fakhar Zaman was forced off the field just two deliveries into their opening match against New Zealand in Karachi on Wednesday, as per ESPNcricinfo.

The incident occurred when New Zealand opener Will Young drove Shaheen Afridi through the covers, beating the infield. Zaman sprinted after the ball and managed to cut it off, palming it to Babar Azam for the return throw. However, he immediately showed signs of discomfort in his lower back and signalled for a substitution. Despite walking back to the dressing room unaided with the physio, he had to leave the field. Fortunately, he returned after New Zealand lost their second wicket in the ninth ...