The Indian cricket team has endured a tough time since winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in June last year, especially in Test and ODI cricket. They are looking completely off color at the moment and will be eager to get back to their winning ways in the upcoming white ball series against England.
The recent humiliating Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 loss to Australia and whitewash at the hands of New Zealand in the Test series at home has put immense pressure on the Indian cricket team. However, India have a great opportunity to restore their dominance in the upcoming T20I series and ODI series against England before the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Mohammad Amir feels Pakistan can dominate the ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Well, the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 may kick off with Pakistan vs New Zealand in Karachi on February 19, but all eyes will be on the titanic clash between two old foes, India and Pakistan. This mother of the clash will take place on February 23 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, UAE.
However, the Men in Blue have a superior record against the Men in Green in ICC events but many have downgraded the Men in Blue considering their recent form and Mohammad Amir was among them. The Pakistani cricketer has made bold statements regarding the India vs Pakistan match in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai.
Mohammad Amir mentioned that the Pakistan cricket team is now brimming with confidence after defeating Australia and South Africa in their backyard recently. Besides, the Men in Green are the champions and Pakistan’s spirits are high as hosts.
Mohammad Amir believes Pakistan can beat India in the CT 2025 clash in Dubai
Highlighting Pakistan’s form and strength abroad, Amir boldly suggested the Men in Green’s advantage against India when the two arch-rivals meet in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash in Dubai next month.
The left-arm pacer admitted that India have always been favorites in major tournaments against Pakistan, but this time the Indian cricket team is under pressure as they are currently facing heavy criticism for their recent defeats against Australia and New Zealand. Amir feels that Pakistan may fail again against India in Dubai, but this time in ODIs.
It should be noted that Pakistan defeated India by 10 wickets in the group match of the 2021 T20 World Cup at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. It was Pakistan’s first World Cup victory over India. India and Pakistan are yet to announce their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
India under pressure and facing serious criticism: Mohammad Amir
The Times of India quoted Mohammad Amir as saying: “Pakistan’s recent game – beating Australia in Australia and then beating South Africa – shows their strength, especially in overseas conditions. Considering their recent performances, I think Pakistan will have an advantage against India. However, India has always been my favorite in major tournaments. But the Indian team is under pressure for their recent defeats and is facing serious criticism.”
