Pakistan enters the tournament as defending champions having won the previous edition of the Champions Trophy in 2017, defeating India in the final. While Pakistan has won the tournament once, India has won twice: in 2013 and in 2002,

The unexpected blunder left the Australian players and fans in shock before officials quickly rectified the situation

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India's refusal to travel to host nation Pakistan means the blockbuster clash of the group stage will be played tonight at a neutral venue in Dubai, making a mockery of the Champions Trophy, according to former England Test player Jonathan Agnew.

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Explore the head-to-head record of India vs Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy and ODI cricket. Check match statistics, historical encounters, and key moments from their intense rivalry.

India will play Pakistan on February 23 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Check out the broadcast details about where to watch the game live on television, stream online, and watch for free.

According to PCB sources, the ICC has admitted the error and assured that it will use the three-line logo with Pakistan name in all matches in Dubai -- the same broadcast graphic which has been shown in matches in the host country.

As the much-awaited India vs Pakistan showdown in the ICC Champions Trophy approaches, cricket fans from both nations are buzzing with excitement. With over a billion viewers expected to tune in, emotions are running high ahead of this iconic rivalry.