Team India Eyes Record Third Champions Trophy Title
Team India, led by Rohit Sharma, is set to make a [[historic]] attempt at winning their third Champions Trophy title in 2025. This latest sports news has fans buzzing with excitement. Currently, India and Australia share the record for most titles, with two each. However, India [[dominates]] the tournament in terms of win percentage, boasting an impressive 69.2%, having won 18 out of 29 matches played so far. Australia follows with a 60% win rate.
India’s Recent Success in the Champions Trophy
India’s performance in the last two Champions Trophy tournaments, in 2013 and 2017, has been remarkable. In 2017, under Virat Kohli’s captaincy, they finished as runners-up, while in 2013, under MS Dhoni, they lifted the coveted trophy. India has also reached the finals the most number of times – four – winning in 2013 and sharing the title with Sri Lanka in 2002.
Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Record
Pakistan, hosting the Champions Trophy in 2025 after their victory in the previous edition, has a less impressive record in the tournament overall. Their win percentage stands at 47.8%, with 11 wins out of 23 matches. Although Pakistan emerged victorious in 2017, they had never reached the final before that. They aim to improve their win rate on home soil, though their highly anticipated match against India will be played in Dubai.
India’s Squad and Upcoming Matches
India’s final 15-man squad for the Champions Trophy 2025 is yet to be finalized. While a provisional squad has been announced, there are still uncertainties surrounding the fitness of key pacer Jasprit Bumrah. The addition of mystery spinner Varun Chakravarthy to the ODI series against England suggests potential changes to the final squad. The deadline for submitting the final squad is February 11. India will face England in the first of three ODIs on February 6. This upcoming series will be a key indicator of the team’s form and potential for the Champions Trophy.
Exciting Times for Cricket Fans
With the Champions Trophy 2025 just around the corner, cricket fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the start of the tournament. India’s quest for a third title, Pakistan’s desire to improve their record, and the participation of other top cricketing nations promise an exciting and competitive tournament. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and sports news as the tournament unfolds.