ICC Champions Trophy 2025 PAK vs IND

Pakistan vs India: Cricket Rivalry

The most anticipated match of ICC Champions Trophy 2025 PAK VS IND is set to ignite the cricketing world as Pakistan and India face off on February 23 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. This encounter is more than just a cricket match it’s an electrifying contest embedded in history, emotions, and national pride. The cricketing giants will battle it out in a high pressure game, where every ball will count, and every run will matter. With both teams boasting world class talent, the question remains:

Will Pakistan’s lethal bowling attack dismantle India’s batting powerhouse, or will the Men in Blue dominate with their explosive lineup? The stakes are high, and the stage is set for another unforgettable chapter in cricket’s greatest rivalry.

Team Analysis & Key Players

Pakistan: Aiming for Glory Again

Pakistan has been in exceptional form, winning a 3-2 ODI series against New Zealand and reaching the semi finals of the ICC World Cup 2023. Their squad boasts a blend of seasoned veterans and promising young stars.

Key Players & Achievements:

Player	Matches	Runs	Average	100s/50s
Babar Azam (C)	18	945	52.5	3/6
Fakhar Zaman	16	812	48.9	2/4
Mohammad Rizwan	17	689	45.2	1/5

Bowler	Matches	Wickets	Economy	Best Figures
Shaheen Afridi	18	31	4.8	5/42
Haris Rauf	17	26	5.1	4/36
Naseem Shah	14	22	4.5	4/29

Pakistan’s Strengths:

• Lethal fast bowling attack (Shaheen Afridi, Haris Rauf, Naseem Shah)
• Strong middle-order (Rizwan & Iftikhar Ahmed)
• Experience of playing in UAE conditions

India: Seeking Redemption in Dubai

India has been dominant, finishing as runners up in the ICC World Cup 2023 and securing a 4-1 series win over South Africa in 2024. With a mix of explosive batsmen and world-class bowlers, India remains a formidable opponent.

Key Players & Achievements:

Player	Matches	Runs	Average	100s/50s
Virat Kohli	20	1023	54.1	4/5
Shubman Gill	19	987	51.9	3/6
Rohit Sharma	18	882	47.3	2/5

Bowler	Matches	Wickets	Economy	Best Figures
Jasprit Bumrah	19	34	4.6	5/39
Kuldeep Yadav	20	33	4.9	4/41
Ravindra Jadeja	18	25	4.8	4/35

India’s Strengths:

• Explosive top-order (Gill, Kohli, Sharma)
• World-class spin attack (Jadeja & Kuldeep Yadav)
• Well-balanced squad with all-rounders

Pakistan vs India Scorecards: Last 12 Months ODI Records

Team	Matches	Wins	Losses	Leading Run-Scorer	Runs	Leading Wicket-Taker	Wickets
Pakistan	18	12	6	Babar Azam	945	Shaheen Afridi	31
India	20	15	5	Shubman Gill	987	Kuldeep Yadav	33

Full ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule

Date	Match	Venue	Time (Local)
Feb 24	Bangladesh vs New Zealand (6th Match, Group A)	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	1:00 PM
Feb 25	Australia vs South Africa (7th Match, Group B)	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	2:00 PM
Feb 26	Afghanistan vs England (8th Match, Group B)	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	2:00 PM
Feb 27	Pakistan vs Bangladesh (9th Match, Group A)	Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi	2:00 PM
Feb 28	Afghanistan vs Australia (10th Match, Group B)	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	2:00 PM
Mar 1	South Africa vs England (11th Match, Group B)	National Stadium, Karachi	2:00 PM
Mar 2	New Zealand vs India (12th Match, Group A)	Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai	1:00 PM
Mar 4	1st Semi-Final (A1 vs B2)	Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai	1:00 PM
Mar 5	2nd Semi-Final (B1 vs A2)	Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore	2:00 PM
Mar 9	Final	Venue TBD	2:30 PM

Venue & Pitch Report: Dubai International Cricket Stadium

Dubai International Cricket Stadium is known for hosting intense Pakistan vs India encounters. The pitch initially supports batsmen but assists spinners in the later stages of the game.

Nearby Hotels & Fan Stay Options

Hotel	Distance	Rating
JW Marriott Marquis	5 km	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Address Dubai Mall	7 km	⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rove Trade Centre	6 km	⭐⭐⭐

Match Prediction: Who Will Win?

Based on recent performances and squad depth:

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