Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan has won the coin toss and opted to bat first against India in their Group A game at the 2025 Champions Trophy.

All eyes are on Dubai as cricket’s most intense rivalry takes centre stage today , with the bitter rivals Pakistan and India set to ignite passion and excitement in today's high-stakes

Sunday’s Champions Trophy clash in Dubai promises a charged atmosphere with strong fan presence on both sides.

Sheikh Saaliq of The Associated Press noted that hundreds of millions of people around the globe are expected to watch the India vs. Pakistan cricket match live. The rivalry between the two countries is considered one of the biggest in the world, with previous meetings drawing massive viewership numbers.

PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi expressed disappointment at India's decision to play their Champions Trophy matches in Dubai instead of Pakistan. Despite gaining ICC hosting rights for the event, Naqvi maintains hope that the tournament will solidify Pakistan's status as a cricketing hub.

India has refused to play its Champions Trophy matches in Pakistan, which is hosting its first major global tournament in almost 30 years.

Pakistan is hosting its first major cricket event since 1996, but a feud with India has compromised a tournament that is now also being played in Dubai.

The Indian national cricket team will face Pakistan in the second group stage match for both nations in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.

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.