Star batter Babar Azam missed Pakistan's training before the crucial Champions Trophy match against India, sparking doubts about his participation. PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, who attended the session, instructed the team to secure a win at any cost. Intense pressure mounts as the team prepares for the high-stakes encounter in Dubai.
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