• Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer chuckled at a fan's request to win the Champions Trophy.

  • The ninth edition of the Champions Trophy is scheduled to be held in Pakistan from February 21 to March 9 2025.

Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer amuse fans with lighthearted response to Champions Trophy 2025 demand
Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer laughed off a fan's request for Champions Trophy (Image Source: X)

When Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer departed from Mumbai for their recent ODI series against Sri Lanka, a fan’s enthusiastic request for them to win the Champions Trophy 2025 provided a moment of levity. During their flight to Colombo, the fans approached the players with high hopes, urging them to secure victory in the prestigious tournament.

A fan requests Rohit Sharma and Shreyas Iyer to win the Champions Trophy 2025  

The fan asked the to win the Champions Trophy, “Sir, abhi Champions Trophy jitna hai bas Champions Trophy!” (Sir, we need to win the Champions Trophy now), expressing his fervent desire for India to clinch the title.

Iyer laughed along with Rohit and responded to the fan’s request with a light-hearted “Sir, Champions Trophy,” playfully acknowledging the fan’s enthusiasm.

Here is the video:

 

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Debate over the Champions Trophy

The Champions Trophy 2025, which is generating significant buzz, will be hosted in Pakistan from February to March. This announcement has heightened excitement among cricket fans but also stirred discussions due to security concerns. Reports have claimed that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has voiced apprehensions regarding the safety of players and officials, leading to calls for either relocating the tournament or arranging India‘s matches at a neutral venue.

This conversation comes on the heels of a challenging period for the Indian cricket team. The recent ODI series against Sri Lanka ended with a disappointing 2-0 loss for India, marking a historic moment for Sri Lankan cricket. This series defeat is particularly significant as it represents Sri Lanka’s first bilateral series win over India in 27 years, with their last victory dating back to 1997. The win underscores Sri Lanka’s growing prowess and resilience on the international cricket stage.

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