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.

As tickets for the much-anticipated Pakistan vs India group-stage match have now gone on sale, the excitement for the 2025 ICC Men’s Champions Trophy has soared. One of the most fierce rivalries in international cricket is eagerly awaited by match followers from both countries and worldwide.

Despite being "neutrals", no Indian ICC match officials will travel to Pakistan for the upcoming Champions Trophy.

The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy match between India and Pakistan has seen an unprecedented demand for tickets. The online sale, which started on Monday, saw all the tickets being sold within minutes. Over 1,50,000 fans were in the virtual queue to secure their seats for this highly-anticipated cricket event.

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

Tickets for the much-anticipated India-Pakistan showdown in the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 are now being resold for nearly seven times their original

Thousands of fans were left disappointed as India vs Pakistan match tickets were sold out within minutes. The tickets went up for sale online on Monday (3 February) and as per reports 1,50,000 people queued up for tickets but only a few were able to secure their passes.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced a list of 15 match officials, including three match referees and 12 umpires for the Champions Trophy 2025

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

Nitin Menon and Javagal Srinath are reportedly not part of ICC’s team of umpires and referees respectively for the 2025 Champions Trophy. While Nitin has cited personal reasons for his refusal to travel to Pakistan,

Nitin Menon, India's sole representative in the ICC Elite Panel of Umpires, has withdrawn from officiating in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan due to personal reasons. On the other hand,