Karachi, Feb. 4 -- Former cricketer Basit Ali has backed India as favourites against Pakistan in the upcoming blockbuster clash in the Champions Trophy.

The latest chapter in the cut-throat rivalry between India and Pakistan will ensue on the field of cricket in Dubai on February 23. In the last five mega rivalry fixtures in the Champions Trophy, Pakistan are ahead in the head-to-head against India, with a 3-2 scoreline.

Basit evaluated the outcome of the upcoming fixture and predicted the result in India's favour considering the amount of experience that the Men in Blue have over Pakistan.

"70 per cent India 30 per cent Pakistan. India have a more experienced side. If Virat and Rohit are not in form, then the game will be even," Basit...