DUBAI – The highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 showdown between Pakistan and India is finally here, with Pakistan fighting to keep their campaign alive.
The atmosphere in the UAE is electric as the cricketing giants face off amid political tensions. With encounters between the two teams being rare, millions of fans eagerly await this thrilling clash.
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Defending champions Pakistan, who won the 2017 title against India, face an uphill battle. They have only won one of the last eight ODIs against India and suffered a 60-run defeat to New Zealand in their opener, making today’s match a must-win.
India, coming off a strong victory over Bangladesh, also has injury setbacks, with Jasprit Bumrah ruled out. Pakistan’s pace attack—Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah—will challenge India’s formidable batting lineup, but their limited spin options could be a disadvantage.
