India delivered a statement win against Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025, dominating their arch-rivals at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Sunday, February 23. The hero? Virat Kohli. His stunning century powered India to a comfortable chase, sealing a crucial victory with six wickets in hand.
Kohli’s Brilliance Lights Up Dubai
Chasing 242, India never looked in trouble. Kohli, in vintage form, smashed his 51st ODI hundred with a mix of class and aggression. And the winning shot? A textbook cover drive for four. Pure magic.
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But it wasn’t just Kohli. Rohit Sharma set the tone with a steady start. Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer kept the scoreboard ticking. The result? A flawless run chase with 45 balls to spare.
India Tops Group A – One Step Closer to Semifinals
With this win, India moves to the top of Group A, overtaking New Zealand. Two matches, two wins, and a healthy net run rate of +0.647. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s campaign is in deep trouble. Two losses, zero points, and a fading hope of making the semifinals.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group A Standings
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| India | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4 | +0.647 |
| New Zealand | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +1.200 |
| Bangladesh | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.408 |
| Pakistan | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | -1.087 |
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South Africa Leads Group B
Over in Group B, South Africa sits comfortably at the top with a massive net run rate of +2.140 after their first win. Australia follows, while England and Afghanistan are still searching for their first victory.
ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Group B Standings
| Team | Matches | Won | Lost | Points | NRR |
| South Africa | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +2.140 |
| Australia | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | +0.475 |
| England | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -0.475 |
| Afghanistan | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | -2.140 |
What’s Next for India?
The road ahead? A blockbuster clash against New Zealand. Win that, and India locks in their semifinal spot. With Kohli firing and the team looking rock solid, the Men in Blue are in prime form.
As for Pakistan? They’re in must-win territory. Even if they win their next game, their poor net run rate could come back to haunt them. The pressure is on.
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