Harbhajan Singh: Champions Trophy Provides Virat and Rohit with Opportunity to Showcase Their Skills.

"Virat and Rohit have not been able to meet the high expectations set for them based on their past performances. Criticism is to be expected when they fall short. However, with the Champions Trophy on the horizon, they have a golden opportunity to demonstrate their skills and show that they can still be match-winners for India. If they do not succeed, it is only natural that younger players will be given more opportunities. Nevertheless, I have confidence that both players still have a lot of cricket left in them and are more than capable of scoring runs," he told ANI.

Former Indian cricketer Harbhajan Singh believes India has an advantage in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, underlining that familiarity with Dubai's pitches will give them an edge over Pakistan in their much-anticipated clash.

Speaking to ANI, Singh said, "The hype is being created regarding the India-Pakistan match...the team that is going to adjust better with the pitch will get a better result...India has an advantage, it will play all its matches in Dubai so it will have an idea about the pitch and conditions. Overall I feel the Indian team is better than the Pakistan team and the result will be in favour of India..."

The Former Indian bowler also stressed that while no one can replace Jasprit Bumrah, his absence provides an opportunity for others like Arshdeep Singh and Mohammed Shami to step up, take responsibility, and prove themselves.

"When a player like Bumrah is not playing, someone else has to step up and take responsibility. No one can truly replace Bumrah, but his absence creates an opportunity for others to showcase their abilities. Players like Arshdeep and Shami have a chance to make an impact and prove themselves," he added.

The thrilling two-week competition will see the world's top eight teams put it all on the line in 15 intense matches across 19 days, with every match counting in the pursuit of the iconic white jackets.

Fans still have an opportunity to get their tickets for the ICC Men's Champions Trophy 2025 by purchasing them online or visiting physical ticket providers in Pakistan. Tickets for the final, to be played on Sunday, , will be available for purchase following the conclusion of the first semi-final in Dubai, as per the ICC.

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