‘Zor Se Bolo..’ – MS Dhoni Sparks India-Pakistan Rivalry in New Champions Trophy Ad
The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is almost here! Star Sports has launched a fun new promo featuring MS Dhoni. This builds up the excitement for the big India vs Pakistan match on February 23. The ad, released on February 10, features Dhoni as a teacher. He shows fans how to build excitement for cricket’s biggest rivalry.
Dhoni’s Bold Take on India vs Pakistan Rivalry
The promo cleverly references key moments from past India-Pakistan encounters, including:
- Babar Azam’s dismissal in the 2019 World Cup.
- Pakistan fans breaking TVs after their team’s defeat.
- India’s loss in the 2017 Champions Trophy final, fueling a quest for redemption.
In a surprising twist, Dhoni urges fans to shout, “Zor Se Bolo!” This creates excitement as the two rivals gear up for a match that may decide their Champions Trophy future.
When the match is a DO-OR-DIE clash between India 🇮🇳 and Pakistan 🇵🇰, even captain cool @msdhoni can’t help but get excited! 🏏💥
You CAN’T MISS the #GreatestRivalry in the #ChampionsTrophy! 📣🏆! 👊🙌
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— Star Sports (@StarSportsIndia) February 10, 2025
MS Dhoni & Star Sports: Building Champions Trophy Hype
This is not the first time MS Dhoni has featured in a Champions Trophy campaign. His last promo showed him frustrated by the buzz around the tournament. It went viral.

Excitement is growing, and emotions are high. India last played Pakistan in the Champions Trophy in 2017, and it ended in a loss. India’s latest meeting was at the 2024 T20 World Cup. There, they made a dramatic comeback to win the match.
India vs Pakistan: A Virtual Knockout Match?
The Champions Trophy format offers little room for mistakes. So, the India-Pakistan clash might feel like a knockout match. A win would be crucial for both sides as they aim for a spot in the semifinals.
The big match on February 23 is sure to be exciting. Dhoni’s new promo makes it even better. Fans are getting ready for another thrilling part in cricket’s biggest rivalry.