Indian captain Rohit Sharma to visit Pakistan for Champions Trophy opening ceremony: Reports

India will face-off against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, known as the 'Ring of Fire', on February 23

Published: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 5:24 PM

Updated: Wed 15 Jan 2025, 5:43 PM

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India's captain Rohit Sharma. Photo: AFP

India will not travel to Pakistan for next month's Champions Trophy but skipper Rohit Sharma will visit the neighbouring country, media reports have said.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) hasn't yet confirmed if Rohit Sharma will travel to Pakistan but according to IANS, the 37-year-old will make the trip to attend the opening ceremony, the news agency said, citing sources.

The Champions Trophy will be played from February 19 to March 9 with eight teams — Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, England, India, New Zealand, and South Africa, alongside hosts Pakistan — participating in the competition.

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Although Pakistan are the hosts, India will play all their matches in the UAE. Dubai will host India's games.

The opening ceremony of the Champions Trophy is likely to take place on February 16 or 17.

India will face-off against Pakistan at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, known as the 'Ring of Fire', on February 23.

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