Cricket Legends Ravi Shastri & Ricky Ponting Back Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Cricketing greats Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting have expressed confidence in Pakistan’s chances at the upcoming ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, which will be hosted in Pakistan for the first time since the 1996 Cricket World Cup.
Shastri Highlights Home Advantage & Pressure
Former India coach Ravi Shastri acknowledged the pressure of playing in the subcontinent but believes Pakistan’s recent performances—especially in South Africa—show their depth and ability to thrive under pressure.
“There’s always pressure when you play at home, but Pakistan has put up strong performances in white-ball cricket. I expect them to qualify for the semi-finals, and from there, it’s anyone’s game.” – Ravi Shastri
Ponting Backs Pakistan’s Fast-Bowling Attack
Legendary Australian captain Ricky Ponting pointed to Pakistan’s pace attack—led by Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah—as a key weapon. He also stressed the importance of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan anchoring the batting lineup.
“If Babar and Rizwan bring their A-games, Pakistan becomes incredibly dangerous.” – Ricky Ponting
Pakistan’s Road to Glory
Despite a slow start in recent matches, Pakistan remains a formidable contender on home soil. With a potent pace attack and star batters, Shastri and Ponting believe Pakistan has what it takes to challenge for the title.
Cricket Legends Ravi Shastri & Ricky Ponting Back Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Cricketing greats Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting have expressed confidence in Pakistan’s chances at the upcoming ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025, which will be hosted in Pakistan for the first time since the 1996 Cricket World Cup.
Shastri Highlights Home Advantage & Pressure
Former India coach Ravi Shastri acknowledged the pressure of playing in the subcontinent but believes Pakistan’s recent performances—especially in South Africa—show their depth and ability to thrive under pressure.
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“There’s always pressure when you play at home, but Pakistan has put up strong performances in white-ball cricket. I expect them to qualify for the semi-finals, and from there, it’s anyone’s game.” – Ravi Shastri
Ponting Backs Pakistan’s Fast-Bowling Attack
Legendary Australian captain Ricky Ponting pointed to Pakistan’s pace attack—led by Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, and Naseem Shah—as a key weapon. He also stressed the importance of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan anchoring the batting lineup.
“If Babar and Rizwan bring their A-games, Pakistan becomes incredibly dangerous.” – Ricky Ponting
Pakistan’s Road to Glory
Despite a slow start in recent matches, Pakistan remains a formidable contender on home soil. With a potent pace attack and star batters, Shastri and Ponting believe Pakistan has what it takes to challenge for the title.
