India are expected not to tinker with their winning combination which won the first match. Meanwhile, Imam-ul-haq is expected to replace Fakhar Zaman in Pakistan's Playing 11

Will it be a grudge game for Pakistan? India refused to travel across the border as the government didn't give the go-ahead due to security reasons, and the Pakistan Cricket Board eventually had to accept a hybrid model.

India and Pakistan are set to play in the ICC Champions Trophy match in Dubai on Sunday. Pakistan, the defending champions, defeated India in the 2017 final. India is looking to redeem themselves and secure a win to advance to the semi-finals in the 2025 tournament.

Unlike the 50-over and T20 World Cups, Pakistan has a 3-2 advantage over India in the Champions Trophy, having secured a 180-run triumph in the 2017 final during the peak of star India batter Virat Kohli where no target was too much for his men. They will be heading to Dubai with plenty of momentum.

Al Jazeera takes a close look as hosts Pakistan face rivals and favourites India in the Champions Trophy open on Sunday.

The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has sparked debates among cricketing legends,