With conditions in Dubai expected to play a key role, India’s familiarity with the venue makes them early favorites. But Pakistan, armed with spinners who could thrive on the slow, gripping surface, will look to exploit every opportunity in what promises to be a tightly contested battle.

After months of struggle in the Test format, Rohit Sharma was back at his best in the ODI series against England earlier this month as he led the India to a 3-0 series sweep and also struck a match-winning century in one of the games.

India and Pakistan are set to face off in the Champions Trophy 2025. India won their first match against Bangladesh while Pakistan lost to New Zealand.

As the much-awaited India vs Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy approaches, cricket fans from both nations are buzzing with excitement. With over a billion viewers expected to tune in, emotions are running high ahead of this iconic rivalry.