As the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy approaches, India emerges as a strong favorite under the leadership of Rohit Sharma. A key factor boosting their confidence is their remarkable unbeaten record in ODI matches in Dubai, making them a formidable force in the tournament. India’s dominance in Dubai has been evident over the years, with the team showcasing exceptional performances in high-pressure matches.

Their last major triumph in the city came during the 2018 Asia Cup, where they went unbeaten to lift the trophy. The conditions in Dubai, which often favor spin and controlled pace bowling, perfectly align with India’s strengths. With world-class spinners like Ravindra Jadeja and Kuldeep Yadav, alongside Mohammed Shami's lethal pace attack, India’s bowling unit is well-equipped to thrive in these conditions.

Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, India has developed a balanced squad with a mix of experienced campaigners and young talents. The batting lineup, featuring Sharma, Virat Kohli, and emerging stars like Shubman Gill, has shown resilience in ODIs, particularly in subcontinental conditions. Sharma’s leadership, combined with his own form as a top-order batsman, has been instrumental in India’s recent success.

With their history of success in Dubai and an unbeaten ODI record in the city, India heads into the Champions Trophy with high expectations. However, challenges from teams like Australia, Pakistan and New Zealand remain significant. Maintaining their winning streak will require disciplined performances, adaptability to match situations, and key players delivering under pressure. If they continue their unbeaten run, Rohit Sharma’s men could script yet another historic victory on UAE soil.