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Pakistan lifts the Champions Trophy [Source: @ICC/X.com]
Pakistan clinched their maiden ICC Champions Trophy title in stunning fashion on June 18, 2017, defeating arch-rivals India by a mammoth 180 runs at The Oval, London. The Sarfaraz Ahmed-led side defied all odds, turning a chaotic tournament start into a fairytale finish.
The strength of the team lay in their unity and their never-give-up attitude which compounded to a mammoth win for the Men In Green in the ICC tournament final.
Pakistan’s 2017 Champions Trophy Final Playing XI
Azhar Ali, Fakhar Zaman, Babar Azam, Mohammad Hafeez, Shoaib Malik, Sarfaraz Ahmed (C)(WK), Imad Wasim, Mohammad Amir, Shadab Khan, Hasan Ali, Junaid Khan.
How Did Pakistan Beat India In Champions Trophy 2017 Final?
Batting first, Fakhar Zaman delivered a fearless century, scoring 114 off 106 balls, while Azhar Ali (59) and Mohammad Hafeez (57) played crucial supporting roles. Their combined efforts propelled Pakistan to a formidable total of 338/4, the highest ODI score they had ever posted against India at that time.
India's chase got off to a disastrous start as Mohammad Amir produced a sensational spell, dismantling the top order by dismissing Rohit Sharma for a duck, Virat Kohli for just five, and Shikhar Dhawan for 21. Hasan Ali (3/19) and Shadab Khan (2/60) tightened Pakistan’s grip by running through the middle order, leaving India in deep trouble.
Hardik Pandya fought back with a blistering 76 off 43 balls, but his unfortunate run-out ended any hopes of a comeback. India eventually crumbled to 158 all out in just 30.3 overs.
Which Players From 2017's Squad Are Playing In 2025 Champions Trophy?
Only three players from Pakistan’s 2017 squad feature in their 2025 Champions Trophy lineup Fakhar Zaman, the 2017 final hero remains Pakistan’s X-factor opener. Babar Azam will also be seen featuring in the team. Faheem Ashraf, a bench player in 2017, and now a seasoned all-rounder will be also eyeing to make his mark in the big league this time.
Players from 2017 Champions Trophy Squad Who Will Feature in 2025
- Fakhar Zaman
- Babar Azam
- Faheem Ashraf
New Era, New Faces
The 2025 squad, however, blends experience with fresh talent as Mohammad Rizwan now replaces Sarfaraz Ahmed. Pace spearheads Shaheen Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Haris Rauf take over from Amir, Junaid, and Hasan Ali while rising stars like Agha Salman and Abrar Ahmed add depth to the solid lineup.
While only a handful of 2017 veterans remain, Pakistan’s 2025 squad carries the legacy of that iconic victory. As defending champions, the pressure is on Rizwan's men to replicate the magic, this time on home soil.
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