Pakistan cricketers have been docked 5% of their match fees for a slow over rate against New Zealand during the opening game of the Champions Trophy in Karachi.

The Champions Trophy began with high hopes for Pakistan, who had just come off a Tri-Nation series against New Zealand and South Africa. That series was viewed as a crucial preparatory event-an opportunity for the team to identify its weaknesses, make necessary adjustments, and enter the ICC tournament with a solid plan.

In the Group A ICC Champions Trophy opening match, New Zealand claimed victory against Pakistan by 60 runs. This victory was propelled by the efforts of Tom