Star Indian cricketer Virat Kohli celebrates the return of the Champions Trophy, being held for the first time since 2017. India, starting their campaign against Bangladesh in Dubai, will also face Pakistan and New Zealand in group-stage matches.

Indian superstar Virat Kohli has always liked the format of Champions Trophy as it demands the eight participating teams to be at their best from the get go

The championship boasts high-profile team owners like Virat Kohli, LeBron James, Didier Drogba, amongst others.

Ahead of the Champions Trophy, Indian team members had a photoshoot where Virat Kohli stole the show as he always does. Other members too gave some brilliant poses before they embark on their journey to win the tournament.

India captain Rohit Sharma and superstar batsman Virat Kohli enter the Champions Trophy this week with intense focus on their dwindling powers and speculation over when they will retire.Despite intense conjecture about their futures India head coach Gautam Gambhir said the two stalwarts will have "massive roles" to play at the Champions Trophy.

Virat Kohli is set to make the Champions Trophy 2025 a memorable one, with several records within his grasp. As India's legendary batter, Kohli carries high expectations and has a golden opportunity to etch his name further in cricketing history.

Former India captain Virat Kohli scored 52 runs in the third ODI against England which was his last international appearance before Champions Trophy 2025.

Indian cricket star Virat Kohli is expected to play a pivotal role in the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, which kicks off on Wednesday, February 19. This year's tournament will feature eight teams, with India set to play all their matches in Dubai.