Fakhar Zaman’s 123 Guides Pakistan Greens to Five-Wicket Win Over Whites in National Champions Cup 2026

Pakistan Greens beat Pakistan Whites by five wickets in the National Champions Cup 2026 at Multan. Fakhar Zaman scored 123 runs and was named man of the match as Greens chased down 277 with one over to spare.

The National Champions Cup is Pakistan’s primary 50-over domestic selection tool ahead of the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup. Every performance here feeds directly into squad discussions.

Match Snapshot

Detail	Info
Tournament	National Champions Cup 2026
Venue	Multan
Result	Pakistan Greens won by 5 wickets
Pakistan Whites Score	276/8 (50 overs)
Pakistan Greens Score	277/5 (49 overs)
Man of the Match	Fakhar Zaman — 123 runs

Pakistan Whites Set 277 — A Competitive Total

Pakistan Whites posted 276/8 in their 50 overs. That is a score that demands a quality chase. On Multan’s batting surface it was competitive without being dominant. The Whites built through the middle overs without finding the acceleration to push past 290 or 300 which would have made the chase significantly harder.

Fakhar Zaman Settles the Chase

Pakistan Greens needed 277. Fakhar Zaman made the chase look comfortable.

His 123 off what was likely 130 to 145 balls set the platform and controlled the pace of the chase. Fakhar at his best is exactly what Pakistan‘s ODI top order needs — a left-handed opener who attacks from the first over, takes pace on and creates momentum that the middle order builds on.

He was declared man of the match. The result was not in serious doubt once he was set.

Greens reached the target in 49 overs with five wickets remaining. A chase completed with an over to spare is a convincing win, not a close one.

Why This Match Matters Beyond the Result

The National Champions Cup is not just a domestic tournament. Mike Hesson confirmed in late July 2026 that this competition is Pakistan’s primary filter for ODI World Cup 2027 squad selection. Players who perform here in 50-over conditions are in the conversation. Players who fail here raise questions regardless of their Test or T20 record.

Fakhar Zaman’s 123 does exactly what selectors need to see. He is a proven ODI performer — a double centurion in ODI cricket — but his recent international appearances have been limited. A century in the National Champions Cup is a direct statement of intent ahead of the World Cup selection cycle.

The competition running in Multan also gives selectors competitive data across formats. Batting on different surfaces under selection pressure is more useful than any net session.

Fakhar Zaman — The World Cup Case

Fakhar Zaman scored 210 not out against Zimbabwe in 2018 — the highest ODI score by a Pakistan batter and the highest ever by any left-handed batter in ODI history. He is not a player building a reputation. He is a player reminding selectors he belongs.

His 123 in the National Champions Cup against Pakistan Whites — effectively a representative match between Pakistan’s top 30 ODI candidates — carries genuine selection weight. Hesson’s coaching setup rewards 50-over performances specifically. Fakhar delivered the biggest individual contribution of this fixture.

FAQ

Who won the National Champions Cup 2026 match between Pakistan Greens and Whites? Pakistan Greens beat Pakistan Whites by five wickets in Multan. Greens chased 277 in 49 overs with five wickets remaining.

Who was man of the match in Pakistan Greens vs Whites National Champions Cup 2026? Fakhar Zaman was named man of the match after scoring 123 runs for Pakistan Greens in their five-wicket win over Pakistan Whites.

What did Pakistan Whites score in the National Champions Cup 2026? Pakistan Whites scored 276/8 in their allotted 50 overs batting first in Multan.

What is the National Champions Cup 2026? The National Champions Cup is Pakistan’s premier domestic 50-over tournament. It serves as a key selection tool for Pakistan’s ODI squad ahead of the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 in South Africa.

Is Fakhar Zaman in Pakistan’s ODI squad for 2026? Fakhar Zaman is competing in the National Champions Cup 2026 as part of Pakistan’s ODI selection process. His century against Pakistan Whites strengthens his case for inclusion in Pakistan’s World Cup 2027 squad.