Pakistan enters the tournament as defending champions having won the previous edition of the Champions Trophy in 2017, defeating India in the final. While Pakistan has won the tournament once, India has won twice: in 2013 and in 2002,

Coming into Sunday’s contest after a 60-run reverse at the hands of New Zealand, the Mohammad Rizwan-led side will draw inspiration from the its previous Champions Trophy meeting against India.

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes Pakistan's chances of success in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 have taken a significant hit following their 60-run loss to New Zealand.