Hardik Pandya and Shaheen Afridi face off in epic heist-themed Champions Trophy 2025 promo



The enthusiasm for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has reached new heights with the release of an electrifying teaser video from the International Cricket Council (ICC). This eight-team tournament, marking its return to the cricket calendar after an eight-year hiatus since 2017, is shaping up to be a spectacle, and the teaser has only amplified the anticipation. The video, which has gone viral on various social media platforms, features prominent players from India and Pakistan, showcasing the intense India-Pakistan rivalry in a unique and engaging narrative.

Hardik Pandya and Shaheen Afridi battle for a trophy steal

Conceptualized as a high-stakes museum heist, the teaser opens with the Pakistani. Shaheen Afridi And Shadab Khan sneak into a highly secure building to steal the coveted Champions Trophy. The scene is set with high-tech security systems, laser beams and an air of mystery, setting the stage for an action-packed encounter.

As Afridi and Shadab prepare to win the trophy, Hardik Pandyarepresenting India, enters the scene with his own ambitions. In a cinematic twist, Pandya encounters Afridi hanging upside down from the ceiling, leading to a humorous yet competitive exchange between the two cricket stars. The rivalry unfolds in spectacular fashion in front of the trophy, kept in a laser-protected room, adding to the tension and excitement of the moment.

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Mohammad Nabi and Phil Salt join the action

Adding to the chaos, Afghanistan Mohamed Nabi and England Phil Salt join the action, bringing their own style to the heist scenario. The teaser cleverly incorporates elements of fun and competition, with Pandya concluding the video by stating that he enjoys competition, a nod to the spirit of the game and the camaraderie between players off the field.

Here is the video:

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