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‘Final Is Out Of Pakistan…’: Harbhajan Singh Mocks Babar Azam & Co After India’s Semifinal Victory
Harbhajan Singh Takes a Dig at Pakistan’s Champions Trophy 2025 Campaign
Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh has stirred up a storm with his latest comments on Pakistan’s performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Following India’s commanding semifinal win over Australia, Harbhajan took to social media to take a jibe at the Pakistan cricket team, emphasizing their poor campaign and the fact that the final will not be held in Pakistan.
India’s Semifinal Triumph and Pakistan’s Champions Trophy Woes
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has been full of surprises, and while Team India has dominated the tournament, Pakistan has endured a forgettable run. Harbhajan Singh, known for his straightforward opinions, pointed out how Pakistan, despite being the designated hosts, will not be staging the final due to the tournament’s scheduling.
As per the Champions Trophy itinerary, India played all their matches in Dubai due to ongoing geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan. Consequently, Pakistan saw limited action on their home turf, playing just one game before being eliminated from the tournament.
Pakistan’s Hosting Setback: A Costly Affair for PCB
PCB’s Efforts to Host the Champions Trophy 2025
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) invested heavily in upgrading stadiums and infrastructure to prepare for the Champions Trophy. However, their plans were disrupted as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) successfully negotiated to have India’s matches moved to Dubai. Despite initial resistance, PCB had to share hosting rights with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), significantly limiting the number of games held in Pakistan.
Adding to their woes, the Pakistan team played only one match at home, as their much-anticipated clash against India was held in Dubai, and their fixture against Bangladesh was abandoned due to rain.
Harbhajan Singh’s Scathing Remark on Pakistan’s Misfortunes
Following India’s clinical victory over Australia in the semifinal, Harbhajan Singh posted on X (formerly Twitter):
“First, Pakistan was out of the tournament. And now, the final is out of Pakistan.”
The comment quickly gained traction among cricket fans, with many joining in to troll Pakistan over their underwhelming campaign.
India’s Road to the Final: Dominance in Champions Trophy 2025
Strong Performances in the Group Stage
Team India has been a force to reckon with in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. They dominated Group A with emphatic wins over Pakistan, Bangladesh, and New Zealand, securing the top spot in the standings.
Semifinal Victory Over Australia
India’s semifinal encounter against Australia showcased their resilience and depth. Chasing 264, the ‘Men in Blue’ displayed a calculated batting performance, securing a four-wicket victory with nearly two overs to spare. The win not only sealed India’s spot in the final but also ensured that the title clash would be held in Dubai, dealing another blow to Pakistan’s hopes of hosting a marquee match.
Pakistan’s Disastrous Campaign: A Tournament to Forget
On the other hand, Pakistan’s campaign was marred by inconsistency and poor performances. They suffered crushing defeats against New Zealand and India before their final group-stage game against Bangladesh was washed out. As a result, they failed to register a single win in the tournament, marking one of their worst outings in ICC events.
India Marches On, Pakistan Left to Reflect
While Team India continues to shine on the big stage, Pakistan is left to reflect on what went wrong in their Champions Trophy campaign. Harbhajan Singh’s sharp remark has only added salt to the wounds of Pakistan fans, highlighting their struggles both on and off the field. As the final approaches, all eyes will be on Dubai, where India will look to add another ICC trophy to their illustrious cabinet.
India’s Journey in ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Official ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Schedule
