Champions Trophy 2025 will kick-start from February 19 with Pakistan taking on New Zealand in Karachi.
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Ahead of the tournament, let's predict top five wicket-takers of Champions Trophy 2025.
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1. Arshdeep Singh
Arshdeep was the joint-highest wicket-taker in the Men's T20 World Cup in 2024. He will aim to deliver a similar performance in his first Champions Trophy.
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2. Varun Chakaravarthy
The Indian mystery spinner impressed everyone with his dangerous spells against England. Playing his first Champions Trophy, he will be very crucial for India.
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3. Rashid Khan
The Afghanistan spin wizard will definitely look to spoil every other team's party with his deadly bowling. He took 7 wickets in Champions Trophy 2017.
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4. Fazalhaq Farooqi
Just like Rashid, pacer Farooqi will also be one of the strongest factors for Afghanistan. This will be a maiden appearance in an ICC event for Farooqi.
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5. Shaheen Afridi
Every opposition batter will definitely be fearing to face Pakistan pacer Shaheen Afridi, who is playing his first Champions Trophy.