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.

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Babar Azam also highlighted the performances of Fakhar Zaman, Mohammed Amir and Hasan Ali which helped the side guide to the victory

As the ICC Champions Trophy gets underway with the opening clash between Pakistan and New Zealand at Karachi's National Stadium, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has planned an air show, featuring the Pakistan Air Force (PAF).

The ninth edition of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will commence in Pakistan on Wednesday with winners of the 2017 edition, Pakistan, taking on New Zealand in the opening match of the tournament

New Zealand underlined their title aspirations with a 60-run victory against defending champions Pakistan in a Group A match of the Champions Trophy at the National Stadium on Wednesday. Will Young struck 107 and Tom Latham smashed an unbeaten 118 to help New Zealand overcome a sluggish start and post a commanding 320-5 after being put into bat.

Pakistan opener Fakhar Zaman has been ruled out of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to an oblique tear, delivering the defending champions a big blow in their quest to retain the prestigious title. The news was confirmed by the ICC on February 20 (Thursday) after the left-handed batter sustained the injury while fielding during Pakistan's opening match against New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi on February

New Zealand won by 60 runs in the group stage of the ICC Champions Trophy against Pakistan on Wednesday, Feb. 19 in Karachi, Pakistan.Read More: 30 Days, 30 Deeds: The Ultimate Ramadan Kindness Challenge Pakistan won the toss and decided to bowl first at the National Bank Stadium.