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Cricket fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to be hosted in Pakistan and the UAE. The prestigious tournament will bring together the top eight ODI teams, competing for one of the most coveted trophies in international cricket. With high-stakes matches expected, fans are looking forward to intense rivalries, thrilling encounters, and standout performances from cricket’s biggest stars.
High expectations from Virat Kohli and other Indian batters
Team India will enter the tournament with a formidable squad, and all eyes will be on their star batters, especially Virat Kohli. Known for his consistency in ICC tournaments, Kohli has delivered on numerous occasions in high-pressure games. Alongside him, batters like Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, and KL Rahul are also expected to play crucial roles in India’s campaign. With the tournament being played in subcontinental conditions, India’s batting lineup will be key to their chances of lifting the trophy.
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Suresh Raina predicts Virat Kohli’s century tally
Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has shared his prediction for Kohli’s performance in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Speaking to Sports18, Raina expressed confidence in Kohli’s ability to perform in ICC tournaments, highlighting his crucial innings in the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. He reckoned that Kohli will regain his form and deliver impactful performances in the upcoming Champions Trophy. Predicting a strong tournament for the Indian batter, Raina stated that Kohli is likely to score three centuries in the event.
“Look, I think Kohli will come into form. He has scored runs in the knockouts of ICC tournaments; we cannot forget his innings in the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. I think Virat will score three centuries in the ICC Champions Trophy,” said Raina.
