With the highly anticipated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 just around the corner, cricket fans got a surprise treat! Legendary rivals Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh took center stage at the ILT20 2025 final in Dubai, setting the tone for an electrifying India vs Pakistan showdown on February 23.

Revisiting an Iconic Rivalry

Cricket fans haven’t forgotten the fiery exchange between Akhtar and Harbhajan during the 2010 Asia Cup. Tempers flared, words were exchanged, and the competition was as intense as ever. Fast forward to 2025, and the duo decided to bring back the memories—but this time, with laughter instead of heated words.

At the Dubai International Stadium, Harbhajan playfully wielded a plastic bat while Shoaib Akhtar came charging in with a ball in hand, mimicking their infamous spat from years ago. The moment sent the crowd into a frenzy, and it wasn’t long before the video went viral on social media. Shoaib even shared the clip on X (formerly Twitter), cheekily captioning it, “That’s our way of getting ready for the Champions Trophy. @harbhajan_singh kee kehnday oh?”

Champions Trophy 2025: The Rivalry Heats Up

India and Pakistan are set to clash in the Champions Trophy on February 23 in Dubai, and the anticipation is at an all-time high. Though Pakistan is the official host, India has opted to play all its matches at neutral venues, further fueling the already heated rivalry.

The last time these two teams met in a Champions Trophy final was in 2017, where Pakistan dominated to claim the title. This time, India is looking for redemption, boasting strong form after a commanding ODI series win over England.

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