Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has assured full support to the national team ahead of their much-anticipated clash against India in the Champions Trophy, urging players to stay confident regardless of the outcome.

Speaking to the media in Dubai on Wednesday, Naqvi stated, “Our message to the team is simple—whether you win or lose, we stand with you.”

Expressing optimism about Pakistan’s chances, he said, “Today’s match will be an exciting contest. The team is well-prepared, and while ups and downs are part of the game, Insha Allah, Pakistan will emerge victorious. A win will be a significant achievement for the country.”

Naqvi also touched upon the ongoing debate regarding India’s reluctance to play in Pakistan, remarking, “I would like to ask India how they would have felt had they come and played in Lahore.”

When questioned about the Indian national anthem being played during the England-Australia match, the PCB chairman clarified that the matter falls under the jurisdiction of the International Cricket Council (ICC), which is overseeing the event.

The highly anticipated Pakistan-India encounter is set to take place today at Dubai Cricket Stadium, with cricket fans from both nations eagerly awaiting the high-voltage contest.