Sun Feb 23 09:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan Stumbles to 165/5 in Champions Trophy Clash Against India

**SRINAGAR, February 23, 2025** – Pakistan’s slow start in their crucial Champions Trophy match against India has left them struggling at 165/5 after 36 overs. Winning the toss and electing to bat, Pakistan’s innings was hampered by a cautious approach and some key wickets.

Early setbacks saw the loss of openers Babar Azam (23) to Hardik Pandya and Imam-ul-Haq (10), who was run out. A century partnership between captain Rizwan and Shadab Khan steadied the ship, but both batsmen fell relatively quickly after attempting to accelerate. Rizwan scored 46 (77 balls) and Shadab contributed 62 (76 balls), with dropped catches proving costly for the Indian fielders. Axar Patel and Hardik Pandya each claimed two wickets, while Ravindra Jadeja dismissed Tahir for 4. Currently, Salman Agha (5*) and Khushdil Shah (1*) are at the crease, facing the Indian spinners.

Experts predict Pakistan will struggle to reach 250 runs, a total that would likely be insufficient to secure a victory. A loss would almost certainly eliminate Pakistan from the Champions Trophy. This adds significant pressure to their performance, given the high stakes of the match.

India fielded the same team as their previous match, while Pakistan made one change to their lineup. The match continues.

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