Ponting and Shastri predict India-Australia Champions Trophy final; trophy tour electrifies Mumbai and Bengaluru.

= The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy teases a potential India-Australia final rematch, as predicted by cricket legends Ricky Ponting and Ravi Shastri. While India aims to defend its 2013 title, Australia, having clinched both the Champions Trophy 2025 momentum, Pakistan hosts the tournament (February 19–March 9) across Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. India`s group fixtures will be in Dubai due to security concerns, including a high-stakes clash against Pakistan on February 23. The trophy`s recent India tour emphasized national pride, stopping at iconic venues like Mumbai`s Wankhede Stadium and Bengaluru`s M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Meanwhile, the Malta vs. Hungary T20 tri-series saw Hungary secure an 8-run victory via DLS method, securing 180/8 against Malta`s 30/1 in 5 overs. Emerging talents like Jaspal Singh (1 run) and Rockey Dianish (7 runs) showcased potential, but the focus remains on the Champions Trophy elite. Cricket 2025 intensifies with global supporter engagement, blending history and innovation.

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