India or Pakistan? Mohammad Amir predicts winner of high-voltage Champions Trophy 2025 clash.
The India-Pakistan The cricket rivalry is one of the most intense and emotionally charged contests in the history of sports. Every clash between these two giants of cricket has been filled with high drama, fierce competition and passionate fans. The stakes are always high and each match becomes an unforgettable chapter in cricket’s legendary legacy, making the India-Pakistan clash a game that captures the world’s attention like no other. The arch rivals are ready for battle again as they are set to face each other in the Champions Trophy 2025.
Ahead of the much-anticipated clash, the former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir gave a bold prediction of the winner of the upcoming India-Pakistan clash. The much-anticipated match, scheduled for February 23, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium promises to be one of the most exciting matches of the tournament.
Mohammad Amir predicts winner of Indo-Pak clash
In a recent chat, Amir expressed confidence in Pakistan’s recent form, citing their back-to-back winning streak against Australia and South Africa as indicators of their growing strength. He highlighted the team’s ability to operate in challenging overseas conditions, which he believes gives them an edge over India.
“The way Pakistan have played recently – beating Australia in Australia and beating South Africa – shows their strength, especially in overseas conditions. Based on their recent performance, I think Pakistan will have an edge against India,” Amir said as quoted by Cricket Pakistan.
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Amir points to Jasprit Bumrah’s absence as a major concern for India
Acknowledging India’s history of success in major tournaments, Amir noted that the Indian team is facing increasing pressure after recent setbacks. He highlighted concerns about capability Jasprit BumrahIndia’s star pacer, who is currently recovering from a back injury and is expected to miss the opening phase of CT 2025. Amir suggested that Bumrah’s absence could significantly weaken India’s bowling attack.
“It will be a big loss for India if Bumrah is not there. He was the best bowler for India, leading the pack from the front. Without him, the Indian bowling attack is reduced to 40-50 per cent of its strength.” added Amir.
The last meeting of the biggest rivals in the Champions Trophy
Historically, India have dominated Pakistan in World Cup encounters, maintaining a perfect winning record. However, Pakistan performed well in the Champions Trophy, winning two of the five meetings between the two teams. In the last Champions Trophy encounter, the 2017 final, Pakistan beat India with a convincing 180-run victory, a match in which Amir played a key role in dismissing key Indian batsmen including Rohit Sharma (0), Virat Kohli (5), i Shikhar Dhawan (21).
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