The cricketer’s most awaited rivalry is set to unfold as India takes on Pakistan in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The high-stakes encounter is scheduled at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February 23, 2025. With millions of fans eagerly anticipating this showdown, the match is expected to be one of the biggest sporting events of the year, bringing together not just cricketing excellence but also deep-rooted emotions from both sides of the border.
Match details
- Fixture: India vs Pakistan
- Date: February 23, 2025
- Venue: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, UAE
- Time: 6:00 PM IST | 4:30 PM GST | 12:30 PM GMT
Where to watch
Cricketer enthusiasts around the globe can tune in to watch this epic clash live through multiple broadcasting platforms:
- India: Star Sports Network and Disney+ Hotstar (live streaming)
- Pakistan: PTV Sports and A Sports
- United Kindom: Sky Sports Cricket
- United States & Canada: Willow TV
- Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo Sports
- Middle East and North Africa: beIN Sports
Match preview
Both teams come into this match with high stakes and intense preparation. India, led by Rohit Sharma, boasts a formidable batting lineup, including star payers like Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill. The bowling attack, featuring Jasprit Bumrah and Ravinder Jadeja is expected to pose a significant challenge to Pakistan’s batting order.
Pakistan, under Babar Azam’s leadership, will rely on their world-class pace attack spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf. With a history of unpredictable performances, the Pakistani squad has the potential to turn the game around at any moment. Middle-order batsmen like Fakhar Zaman and Mohammad Rizwan will play a crucial role in the stability of their innings.
With political and sporting rivalries at play, this game promises a thrilling contest between two cricketing powerhouses.