As Pakistan prepares for their crucial ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash against India in Dubai on Sunday, star batter Babar Azam’s absence from the team’s final practice session has raised concerns about his availability. With the highly anticipated match just hours away, the Pakistan squad engaged in their last training session, but journalist Saleem Khaliq reported that Babar was notably missing.
The team management has not provided an official reason for his absence, leaving fans and analysts speculating whether it is a precautionary move or a potential setback. His unavailability would be a significant blow for Pakistan, especially as they are already missing Fakhar Zaman, who has been ruled out of the tournament due to injury.
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Despite Babar’s absence, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi attended the training session, showing his support for the team. His presence was seen as a morale booster as Pakistan fine-tuned their preparations for the high-pressure encounter. With India in strong form, Pakistan will need to be at their best to secure a crucial victory in the tournament.
The final playing XI announcement will be eagerly awaited as Pakistan looks to resolve any uncertainties before taking the field. With the stakes high and fan expectations soaring, the team’s strategy and execution will be key in this much-anticipated showdown against their arch-rivals.
