The upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025 promises to deliver some of the most unforgettable cricketing moments, with the stage set for an epic clash between former India skipper Virat Kohli, one of the greatest batters of all time, and best pacers of modern era.
Fans are counting down to ICC Champions Trophy 2025, set to kickstart on February 19 with a blockbuster opener between Pakistan and New Zealand.
India's campaign in CT 2025 begins from February 20 onwards with a match against Bangladesh in Dubai. 'Reliable' Virat Kohli, who has consistently shone in almost every ICC tournament in his career, faces a tough challenge this time. Some of the most lethal pacers in modern day cricket could prove to be Kohli's biggest hurdles in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 tournament.
Check below list of bowlers who could trouble Virat Kohli in ICC Champions Trophy 2025 tournament
Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan): Pakistan's star pacer Shaheen Afridi is set to be a major challenge for Virat Kohli in ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Known for his sheer pace, pinpoint accuracy, and ability to swing the ball in both directions, Afridi's skill in extracting bounce from the surface makes him a big threat, especially with the new ball.
Marco Jansen (South Africa): At 6’8”, Marco Jansen has become a key strike bowler for South Africa in recent years. His disciplined line and length, coupled with his relentless targeting of the stumps, make him a formidable opponent. Jansen's towering height allows him to generate sharp bounce and consistent seam movement. Virat Kohli will need to approach the left-arm pacer with extra caution.
Jofra Archer (England): Jofra Archer's pace, bounce, and deceptive variations have unsettled some of the biggest names in modern-day cricket. Whether in any format, he remains a challenging bowler to face. His lethal yorkers and ability to generate sharp bounce, particularly with the white ball, make him a constant threat. Archer is know to be a bowler who has a knack for striking early means Virat Kohli will need to approach the England seamer with extra caution in ICC Champions Trophy 2025.