India defeated Pakistan by 6 wickets in their Champions Trophy match today, February 23, 2025, at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Chasing a target of 242, India reached 244/4 in 42.3 overs, with Virat Kohli anchoring the innings with an unbeaten 100 runs, marking his 51st ODI century.

Match Highlights:

Pakistan’s Innings: Opting to bat first, Pakistan posted a total of 241 runs before being all out in 48.4 overs. Saud Shakeel top-scored with 62 runs, while Mohammad Rizwan contributed 46 runs. Kuldeep Yadav was the standout bowler for India, claiming 3 wickets for 40 runs.

India’s Chase: In response, India chased down the target with 7.3 overs to spare, finishing at 242/4 in 42.3 overs. Virat Kohli’s match-winning knock was complemented by Shreyas Iyer’s 56 runs. This victory marked India’s second consecutive win in Group A, placing them at the top of the group standings.

This win significantly boosts India’s prospects in the tournament, bringing them closer to securing a semi-final spot. Conversely, Pakistan’s second consecutive defeat has placed them in a precarious position, with their chances of advancing now dependent on the outcomes of other m

atches.