Pakistan's interim head coach Aaqib Javed stated that India should be concerned about Jasprit Bumrah's fitness ahead of their clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Gambhir, known for his fearless approach both as a player and now as a coach, had stated that India’s group-stage game against Pakistan carries the same importance as any other match in the competition. However, Shastri, speaking on The ICC Review, hinted that while such statements are necessary in a professional setting, the reality is different.

Sudhashree, a Dubai resident, expressed her astonishment, saying, "I anticipated a long queue, but the speed at which tickets vanished was shocking. By the time I secured my place, only two categories remained, both beyond my budget."

No Indians were named in the list of match officials for ICC Champions Trophy 2025. According to a PTI report, India’s Nitin Menon opted out of the tournament. Former India cricketer and current ICC match referee Javagal Srinath too didn’t find a place.

The absence of Menon and Srinath from the ICC officials for the Champions Trophy is a significant development leading up to the highly anticipated tournament.

Former head coach of the Indian cricket team, Ravi Shastri, has given his take on the fierce rivalry between India and Pakistan in international cricket. His remarks come just before the much-awaited clash at the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

The highly anticipated India-Pakistan clash is set for February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. The group-stage match is part of the 2025 Champions Trophy, which will follow a hybrid model across Pakistan and the UAE.

Industry experts earlier predicted a spike in airfares by up to 50 per cent as fans from cricket-loving nations finalise travel plans

Javagal Srinath and Nitin Menon "mutually agreed" with the ICC that they would not undertake any officiating assignments in Pakistan

Ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Indian umpire Nitin Menon, who is a part of ICC's elite panel, has shown his back to the Pakistan Cricket Board and refused to go to Pakistan. The post India’s Elite umpire opts out from his role in Champions Trophy: Showed his back to PCB appeared first on Cricket Country.