Sun Feb 23 09:50:00 UTC 2025: ## India vs Pakistan: Shami’s Injury Scare in High-Stakes Champions Trophy Clash

**Dubai:** A high-voltage clash between India and Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 got underway in Dubai today, with Pakistan winning the toss and electing to bat. Pakistan made one change to their squad, bringing in Imam-ul-Haq for the injured Fakhar Zaman. While Pakistan started well with a promising opening partnership between Babar Azam (23) and Imam-ul-Haq (10), they lost two quick wickets, putting them under pressure.

However, the match saw a major scare for Team India and its fans. Mohammed Shami, who took 5 wickets against Bangladesh in a previous match, experienced leg pain during his third over. The bowler, who underwent knee surgery after the 2023 World Cup, had only recently returned to the field after a year-long break. With Jasprit Bumrah unavailable, Shami is a crucial part of India’s bowling attack. His discomfort caused significant anxiety among Indian supporters.

Shami left the field for treatment after his troubled third over but returned later to bowl three more overs in his second spell, much to the relief of Rohit Sharma and the Indian team management, as well as anxious fans. The match continues.

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