Atun Wassan wants Pakistan to defeat India. Photo: BCCI/ANI
India and Pakistan will renew their rivalry and square off in their second league stage match of the 2025 Champions Trophy. India kicked off their campaign with a win and a victory will see them all but punch their ticket to the semi-final. Pakistan lost their first game against New Zealand and a defeat at the hands of India will put them on the cusp of elimination.
Cricketers from both countries are backing their respective teams to emerge victorious. But Atul Wassan wants Pakistan to defeat India. Speaking to ANI, the former India pacer said that he wants Pakistan to defeat the Men in Blue to make the tournament exciting.
"I want Pakistan to win the match as it will make the tournament exciting. If Pakistan is eliminated, then what will be left for the contest?" he told ANI. Wassan's comment can upset the Indian fans.
The India-Pakistan fixture will be played at the Dubai International Stadium from 2:30 PM IST. The toss will take place at 2:00 PM IST. India haven't travelled to Pakistan and they are playing their matches in Dubai. Pakistan have travelled to Dubai despite being the host nation.
Pakistan without Fakhar Zaman
Pakistan are without the services of Fakhar Zaman. The opening batsman was ruled out after the first game due to an injury. The selectors named Imam-ul-Haq as his replacement.
No Rishabh Pant for India?
Rishabh Pant might not be available for selection as he is down with viral fever. The wicketkeeper-batsman missed the practice session on the eve of the game. He might not travel with the team to the stadium if he is sick. Rishabh hasn't played an ODI in 2025.
India are likely to continue with 2 frontline pacers and a pace-bowling all-rounder. Mohammed Shami took a five-fer against Bangladesh while Harshit scalped 3 wickets. Shubman Gill slammed an unbeaten century in the win.
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