Babar Azam opened the innings for Pakistan in the must-win match against arch-rivals India in the Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai.

Although he could only muster 23 runs in his innings despite looking in good touch, that much was enough for Pakistan’s star batter Babar Azam to set a record for his country with the bat. Babar’s innings helped him eclipse the 1000-run mark for Pakistan in ICC events,

Babar began the game very well, timing his strokes excellently. His early boundaries like a marked improvement compared to the previous game against New Zealand. Bowling the ninth over, Pandya was slammed for a glorious cover drive by Babar.

In a thrilling Champions Trophy 2025 match, Hardik Pandya's key wicket of Babar Azam shifts momentum in India's favour against Pakistan.- Watch Video on English Oneindia

Babar Azam creates history during the high-stakes clash against India, etching his name in the record books with a remarkable milestone.

During the ninth over of the game, Pandya came up with a good length delivery and Babar wanted to drive it towards cover but then ended up edging it towards wicket-keeper KL Rahul.

Hardik Pandya gave India a crucial breakthrough in their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash against Pakistan on Sunday, dismissing Pakistan’s skipper Babar Azam

Star Pakistan batter Babar Azam reached a huge personal milestone with his 23-run knock against India in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025.