Off-field controversies have marred the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, with incidents like the Indian national anthem mix-up before the England-Australia match, the PCB's complaint about the missing 'Pakistan' watermark, and a flag controversy at Karachi's National Stadium. These issues have overshadowed the tournament, raising questions about the professionalism of the organisers.
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