In a highly anticipated clash at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, India secured a decisive six-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on February 23, 2025. This win not only bolstered India's position in the tournament but also extended their dominance over Pakistan in recent ICC events.

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

Bumrah had an outstanding Test season last year, taking 71 wickets in 13 matches with the second-best effort coming from England's Gus Atkinson who claimed 52 wickets in 11 matches