There is a huge uproar between BCCI and PCB regarding the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Actually, the Indian Cricket Board had demanded a hybrid model, but the Pakistani Board was not ready to accept it. They also rejected this proposal in the ICC’s virtual meeting held on 29 November. However, seeing the remaining 7 teams standing on one side, their attitude has softened.
According to the report, PCB is now ready to play a match with India in Dubai under the hybrid model. However, it has not been officially announced yet. If this happens, will the Indian team be able to beat Pakistan in Dubai? Here in this article, let’s take a close look at the performances of both the arch rivals and know what the figures say?
How is Team India’s Record in Dubai?
The Indian team last played in Dubai in 2022. This means that if the Champions Trophy is held under the hybrid model, then India will play in Dubai after 3 years. The last time it clashed with Afghanistan in a T20 match, while the Champions Trophy will be organized in ODI format. It has been 6 years since India played ODI matches in Dubai. However, the record of the Indian team on the Dubai ground has been very good.
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Team India played 6 ODIs here, in which 5 were won and 1 match was tied. Talking about the record against Pakistani Team, the Indian Team has faced them in 2 ODIs here and was victorious both times. The Indian team has batted first only once on this ground and could score the highest score of 285 runs. While chasing on this ground, India has registered the biggest win against Pakistan in terms of wickets and balls. Overall, Team India has the upper hand on this ground.
UAE is a big contender for hosting Team India’s matches
If the Pakistan Cricket Board agrees to play on the hybrid model and it is officially announced, then all the matches of Team India can be held in Dubai. Considering the location, timing and other facilities, UAE is being considered the best option. Therefore, it is being considered the biggest contender to host India’s matches. On the other hand, even if Pakistan loses the hosting of the Champions Trophy, UAE can be seen hosting this tournament. However, before this, South Africa’s name also came in the race for hosting, but there was not much discussion on it.