Virat Kohli, Bumrah’s Posters Fuel Cricket Craze in Lahore
News Desk
Islamabad: The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 is set to begin on February 19, with Pakistan and the UAE co-hosting the event.
Due to ongoing political tensions preventing the Indian team from playing in Pakistan, India’s matches, including the much-anticipated clash against Pakistan, will be held in Dubai.
India’s cricket coach, Gautam Gambhir, has highlighted the critical roles of senior players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in the team’s success.
Despite recent underperformances, both players have returned to domestic cricket to regain their form. Gambhir expressed confidence that their experience and passion for representing India would bring significant value to the team.
Regarding ticket sales, the ICC announced that tickets for India’s group-stage matches, along with the first semi-final, went on sale on February 3.
Fans flocked online to purchase tickets for matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, with general stand prices starting at AED 125. Notably, tickets for the highly anticipated Pakistan vs. India match are already sold out.
In Lahore, promotional activities for the Champions Trophy have drawn attention, with posters featuring Virat Kohli displayed across the city. Kohli’s immense fan following in Pakistan has sparked excitement on social media, as cricket fans eagerly await the tournament.
The Champions Trophy 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting event, with fans excited to see star players like Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli in action in Dubai.
