Top 5 Rising Star to Watch at the ICC Champion Trophy 2025
Shubman Gill (India)
Matches :50 Runs: 2587 Average :60.16 100s: 7 50s:15 Highest Score 208
Shubman Gill is ranked 2nd in ICC Player ranking for ODI batsman ranking. Shubman gill is now in outstanding form he has scored 259 runs vs England with average of 86.33 .Gill crossed fifty in all three outing .
In ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 he scored 354 runs with average of 44.25 and SR was 106.94. His highest score was 92 in ICC World Cup 2023.
Rachin Ravindra (New Zealand)
Matches 29, Runs:970 , Average: 40.41 , 100s:3, 50s,:4 , Highest score:123
Rachin Ravindra performance in 2023 Men’s World Cup was outstanding. He scored 578 runs with average of 64.22 in 10 innings. He levelled the Kane Williamson record of top scorer in ICC CWC 2023.
Rachin Ravindra has taken 18 wickets in 29 ODI
Noor Ahmad – Afghanistan’s Emerging Star for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Matches 10, Wickets:9, Average:57.22 ,Economy rate:6.05 BBI:3/49
Afghanistan’s 22-year-old spin sensation, Noor Ahmad, is rapidly establishing himself as a rising star ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The young left-arm wrist spinner has already showcased his talent on the grand stage, delivering impressive performances in both the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2024 T20 World Cup.
One of Noor Ahmad’s standout performances came during the 2023 World Cup against Pakistan, where he registered his career-best bowling figures. In a remarkable spell, he claimed three wickets for 49 runs in his 10 overs, including the prized scalps of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam.
Recently, Noor Ahmad enjoyed a highly successful season in the SA20 league, where he played nine innings and picked up 13 wickets at an economy rate of 6.00. His best performance in the tournament came when he took four wickets for just 25 runs, underlining his growing stature as a potent white-ball bowler.
Afghanistan has a rich legacy of producing world-class spinners, with Rashid Khan and Mujeeb Ur Rahman leading the way. Noor Ahmad now stands as the latest addition to this illustrious spin attack, further strengthening Afghanistan’s reputation as a powerhouse of spin bowling in international cricket.
Naseem Shah – Pakistan’s Young Pace Sensation Gearing Up for ICC Champions Trophy 2025
Matches: 23 Wickets: 45 Average: 22.71 Economy rate: 5.28 BBI: 5/33
Pakistan’s young fast bowler, Naseem Shah, is set to be one of the key players to watch in the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Having risen rapidly through the ranks, the 20-year-old speedster has already established himself as a vital asset in Pakistan’s pace attack.
Naseem made headlines early in his career, announcing himself on the international stage with a five-wicket haul against Sri Lanka in just his second Test match. Since then, he has continued to impress with his raw pace, sharp movement, and wicket-taking ability.
In 23 ODI matches, Naseem has already bagged 45 wickets at an impressive average of 22.00, maintaining a solid economy rate of 5.28. His best bowling figures in ODIs stand at 5 for 33, highlighting his ability to dismantle batting lineups with sheer pace and precision.
Partnering with Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem forms a formidable new-ball duo for Pakistan, capable of swinging the ball both ways and troubling even the best batters. His ability to strike early and maintain pressure throughout the innings makes him a crucial part of Pakistan’s Champions Trophy campaign.
With his growing experience and ability to deliver in high-pressure games, Naseem Shah will be a player to watch as Pakistan eyes Champions Trophy glory on home soil.
Harry Brook – England’s Dynamic Batter with a Bright Future
Matches: 23 Wickets: 45 Average: 22.71 Economy rate: 5.28 BBI: 5/33
At just 25 years old, Harry Brook has already established himself as one of England’s most exciting batting talents. The right-handed batter burst onto the international scene with a sensational start to his career, making an immediate impact in Test cricket. In just his second Test match against South Africa, Brook showcased his potential with a well-crafted 80-run innings.
Brook has been a key performer for England across formats. In 23 ODI matches, he has accumulated 769 runs at an average of 36.04, boasting an impressive strike rate of 101.98. His ODI tally includes one century and five half-centuries, underlining his ability to play match-winning knocks.
However, it is in Test cricket where Brook has truly made a mark. In 24 matches and 40 innings, he has amassed 2,281 runs at a staggering average of 58.48. His Test career already features eight centuries and ten half-centuries, placing him among the most prolific young batters in the game. Notably, he ranks 10th in Test cricket history in terms of batting average, further emphasizing his dominance in the format.
Brook’s prowess was also evident in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023, where he scored 169 runs at a blistering strike rate of 112.60, including a crucial 66-run knock against Afghanistan. In the 2024 T20 World Cup, he continued to impress, scoring 145 runs at a strike rate of 157.00, proving his adaptability and aggressive approach in the shortest format.
With his fearless batting style, ability to accelerate when needed, and consistent performances across all formats, Harry Brook remains a cornerstone of England’s future in international cricket.
