India will play all their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 matches in Dubai, with excitement building for the tournament starting on February 20. Pitch curator Matthew Sandery assures a consistent bounce track and quality surfaces for the teams. India face Bangladesh, Pakistan, and New Zealand in Group A. Dubai International Stadium pitch curator Matthew Sandery told TimesofIndia.com that curators have not received any instructions from any team, including India. He also mentioned that the pitch will offer consistent bounce.
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