1. Harry Brook

Harry Brook will be a no-brainer of choice for this list as a promising player to check out for in the upcoming ICC tournament. His impeccable familiarity with the daunting Pakistan pitches and its conditions is credited. Harry Brook's love affair with Pakistan seems to be never-ending. The English batter frequently struggles with form and consistency worldwide but eventually finds his best in the subcontinent area, particularly Pakistan.

The 25-year-old recently achieved a triple century in a Test match against Pakistan and is coming off a tremendous one-day international series against Australia. Overall, his present performance will involve talking through his English willow. He has played just 20 matches in his ODI timeline, scoring 719 runs at a noteworthy average of over 40 and making five half-centuries and one triple-digit mark.  

2. Allah Ghazanfar

Everyone's talking about Allah Ghazanfar as Afghanistan prepares to make its ICC Champions Trophy debut. The youthful spinner is being tipped as the next big thing in Afghan cricket, and his performances have already made an impact. Combined with Rashid Khan, he provides a potent spin tandem that can bother any batting lineup.

Afghanistan's success in the Champions Trophy will depend on its bowlers, and Ghazanfar's efforts will be critical. His ability to tolerate pressure and perform on a colossal stage makes him a player to watch. In 11 ODIs, Ghazanfar has 21 wickets at an economy rate of little above four and a remarkable average of 13.57, demonstrating his outstanding control and wicket-taking abilities.

3. Pathum Nissanka

Pathum Nissanka reflects Sri Lanka's dreams of regaining worldwide prominence and demonstrates consistent and robust calibre. Nissanka's calm demeanour and technical ability make him a dependable anchor at the top of the order. With Sri Lanka hoping to end their championship drought, his involvement will be critical. The Champions Trophy's high-pressure environment will put him to the test, but Nissanka's track record of rising to the occasion makes him a player to keep an eye on.

His exploits might pave the way for a Sri Lankan comeback in international cricket. The 26-year-old opener has already established himself as a consistent performer, with 2,422 runs in 61 ODIs at an average of 40, with 15 half-centuries and six centuries.