Shoaib Akhtar Claims Virat Kohli Is Eager To Play In Pakistan

Shoaib Akhtar made a bold claim about India’s interest in playing the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Pakistan, saying Virat Kohli would be eager to play there. He added that such a move would boost India’s TV rights and sponsorships. Kohli’s only visit to Pakistan was during the 2006 U-19 series, where he had a strong performance, but bilateral cricket between the nations ceased after 2012-13.