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ICC Champions Trophy 2025:
The ICC Champions Trophy will be hosted from February 19 to March 9 in Pakistan, featuring a thrilling India vs Pakistan match in Dubai on February 23. Among the 8 teams participating, there are not many new faces in the squad.
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Chances of a new name emerging among match-defining batsmen are slim, but the bowling department might reveal some fast bowlers capable of making a difference. Let's spotlight five batsmen poised to significantly impact their teams' success.
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With an impressive average of 60 and a strike rate exceeding 101, Shubman Gill has scored seven centuries and fifteen half-centuries in just 50 ODIs, showcasing exceptional performance.
This format might see him take responsibility from Virat Kohli. With stalwarts like Kohli and captain Rohit Sharma still guiding him, this tournament could elevate Gill from superstar to megastar status.
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Recent years have been like a dream for this Australian batsman, and the last thing he wants is for it to end. He has been a substantial challenge for India in knock-out matches recently.
Now, with Pakistan's favorable batting pitches ahead, Head is ready to dismantle bowling attacks again. Indian fans still feel the sting from November 19, 2023 (World Cup Final), and Head has the ability to break opposition hearts.
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While Salman's average over 45 isn’t extraordinary, those who’ve seen him bat recently can attest that Lahore's 31-year-old batsman is finally making his mark.
If the triangular series served as a trailer, bigger scores are indeed on the way. A clean hitter, he has ample time facing fast bowlers. His handling during a 350-plus target chase against South Africa was exceptional.
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Conway’s ODI career is brief, having played just 33 matches, yet he’s already demonstrated the knack to find gaps and steer matches in his team's favor.
An excellent player against spinners, whether in Pakistan or Dubai, Conway has gained valuable insights from playing T20 leagues and international tours in Asia. If Conway fires, New Zealand’s task will become much easier.
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Be it T20 or ODIs, mentioning game-changing players inevitably brings Heinrich Klaasen to mind. Effortlessly clearing boundaries, Klaasen has stood out even in challenging situations.
In a tri-series match, he played a blistering knock of 87 off just 56 balls, making runs easily against top-tier Pakistani bowling. He boasts an over 44 average in 58 matches with a striking rate of 117.44. Watch out for Klaasen’s battle against Adil Rashid and Adam Zampa.
