Thu Feb 06 11:47:24 UTC 2025: ## Babar Azam’s Phone Lost Amidst Frenzy for India-Pakistan Champions Trophy Clash

**Dubai, UAE –** With the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 just days away, excitement is reaching fever pitch, particularly for the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash. The match, scheduled for February 23rd at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, saw tickets sell out within minutes of going on sale Monday, leaving thousands of disappointed fans.

Over 150,000 online users queued, experiencing wait times exceeding an hour, in a scramble for tickets to witness the arch-rivals face off. Even the most expensive seating categories, including Platinum and Grand Lounge sections, were snapped up quickly. The stadium’s 25,000 capacity was dwarfed by the demand, highlighting the immense popularity of the match. One Dubai resident, Sudhashree, described the speed of the sell-out as “shocking.”

Meanwhile, Pakistan captain Babar Azam added a personal drama to the pre-tournament build-up. The star batsman announced on social media that he had lost his phone and contacts, promising to reconnect with everyone once he recovers it. Azam is expected to play a crucial role for Pakistan, who are hosting the tournament alongside the UAE (which will host all India matches). Pakistan will be hoping to replicate their 2017 Champions Trophy triumph. The tournament is being played on a hybrid model, with matches taking place in both Pakistan and the UAE.

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