In a heart-stopping finale, India emerged victorious over Pakistan by five wickets to clinch the World Championship of Legends title.
The match, a classic encounter between the two cricketing giants, kept fans on the edge of their seats until the very last ball.
Batting first, Pakistan managed to post a respectable total of 156 runs for the loss of six wickets. Shoaib Malik was the standout performer with a well-crafted 41, but he lacked adequate support from the rest of the batting lineup.
India’s bowlers, led by Onrit Singh’s impressive three-wicket haul, kept the Pakistani batsmen in check. Vinay Kumar and Pawan Negi chipped in with a wicket each.
Chasing 157, India got off to a steady start before Ambati Rayudu anchored the innings with a crucial half-century. Gurkirat Singh Mann’s 34 and Yusuf Pathan’s quickfire 30 provided the necessary impetus as India crossed the line with five wickets in hand. Pakistan’s bowlers fought valiantly, with Aamir Yameen picking up two wickets.
The match was a fitting climax to a thrilling tournament, showcasing the enduring rivalry between India and Pakistan. With this win, India not only lifted the trophy but also reaffirmed their dominance in the legends’ circuit.
Indian Squad: Yuvraj Singh (captain), Robin Uthappa, Ambati Rayudu, Suresh Raina, Yusuf Pathan, Irfan Pathan, Pawan Negi, Vinay Kumar, Harbhajan Singh, Rahul Shukla, and Anwarit Singh.
Pakistan Squad: Younis Khan (captain), Kamran Akmal, Sharjeel Khan, Soheib Maqsood, Shoaib Malik, Shahid Afridi, Misbah-ul-Haq, Aamir Yameen, Sohail Tanveer, Wahab Riaz, and Sohail Khan.
