Ravi Shastri and Ricky Ponting believe Pakistan will be strong contenders at ICC Champions Trophy 2025 due to home advantage, a potent pace attack, and players like Shaheen Afridi and Babar Azam. While there are challenges, they emphasise Pakistan’s potential to excel, especially in subcontinental conditions, and expect them to make a significant impact in the tournament.
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