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IND vs PAK: Hardik Pandya delivers a Bumrah-esque performance to win over fans

"They said, life for me, had come a full circle. These were the words of Hardik Pandya before the India vs Pakistan game as the all-rounder once again produced the goods with the ball for his side in a high-pressure contest. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Hardik steps in to deliver the goods Hardik came in as the first change bowler for India and Babar would welcome him with a boundary. Hardik did the same, and he conceded just 6 runs in his next 3 overs after the Babar wicket one as he kept Mohammad Rizwan and Saud Shakeel tied up. Hardik would then step up in his next over and dismissed Saud Shakeel as Pakistan completely lost their way and ended up scoring just 241 runs.

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12 hours, 4 minutes ago

'Hardik Pandya to Shashank Singh – Mera bachha hai tu': Internet attains GOAT level after Shreyas Iyer denied century

Hindustan Times

Shreyas Iyer missed out on a well-deserved century courtesy of Shashank Singh's 16-ball onslaught for Punjab Kings against Gujarat Titans during their IPL 2025 match on Tuesday. In the last three overs, Iyer faced just three legit deliveries and, hence, remained unbeaten on 97, with Shashank blasting his way to 44 and lifting PBKS to a formidable total of 243/6. …

3 days, 4 hours ago

CSK vs MI, IPL 2025: Why Mumbai Indians forced to leave out captain Hardik Pandya against Chennai Super Kings? EXPLAINED

Live Mint

Mumbai Indians are forced to leave Hardik Pandya out of their playing XI against Chennai Super Kings in their IPL 2025 campaign opener on Sunday at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Having been a pillar at Mumbai Indians, save 2022 and 2023, Hardik Pandya grew in stature to become India's most trusted all-rounder and was elevated to captaincy last year, replacing …

5 days, 17 hours ago

Hardik Pandya had tough IPL 2024, sure MI have sorted things out: Mark Boucher

India Today

Legendary South African wicketkeeper and former Mumbai Indians coach Mark Boucher reflected on a challenging season for Hardik Pandya and the five-time IPL champions, addressing speculation about an unsettled dressing room. Boucher also suggested that India's recent success in ICC tournaments-the Champions Trophy and T20 World Cup-would have helped smooth relations between the key players in the Mumbai dressing room. …

6 days, 16 hours ago

'Hardik was mentally tortured. Koi bhi beizatti ke saath...': Pandya's seven-month redemption arc worth a 'biopic'

Hindustan Times

Almost 12 months after a shambolic show from his team, Mumbai Indians, who finished bottom of the table, and a "torturous" reception from the crowd, Hardik Pandya is all set to return as the captain for the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League. But the star all-rounder is now a two-time ICC title holder - having played influential roles …

6 days, 17 hours ago

Hardik Pandya faced mental torture, fought fiercely: Kaif calls for biopic

India Today

Former cricketer Mohammad Kaif suggested that if a biopic were made on Hardik Pandya, it should focus on his journey of overcoming harsh criticism and making a strong comeback. Hardik faced significant backlash after leaving Gujarat Titans and joining Mumbai Indians last season, where he replaced five-time IPL champion Rohit Sharma as captain. In a video posted on his social …

1 week ago

IPL 2025: Inda hero Hardik hopes to win over franchise fans as MI skipper

Hindustan Times

Mumbai: Leading an IPL side is challenging enough, but Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya has plenty more on his plate. He must also find the best combination after the mega auction, and win over MI fans who last season booed him for replacing the popular Rohit Sharma as skipper. India’s successful plan to play four spinners on the slow Dubai …

Hardik Pandya's message for Mumbai Indians fans after he was ruthlessly booed last season: 'When I go out for toss...'

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1 week ago

Hardik Pandya's message for Mumbai Indians fans after he was ruthlessly booed last season: 'When I go out for toss...'

Hindustan Times

For Mumbai Indians, 2024 season was the one to forget. The side dealt with a major controversy before even the first ball was bowled in the season after it surprisingly appointed Hardik Pandya as captain, succeeding Rohit Sharma. The all-rounder played a pivotal role in India’s dominant T20 World Cup triumph right after the IPL season, slowly winning back the …

1 week, 2 days ago

‘Destiny’s plan and fight for survival’: Hardik Pandya explains ‘360-degree turnaround’ after IPL 2024

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Hardik Pandya has opened up about his remarkable comeback following a poor IPL 2024 where he was constantly jeered by his own Mumbai Indians team fans. Hardik Pandya has scripted a “complete 360-degree turnaround” as he get ready to captain Mumbai Indians for the second time in the Indian Premier League. The impact was so severe that MI finished last …

1 week, 2 days ago

It’s been a 360 degree turnaround: Hardik Pandya reflects on roller-coaster last few months

The Hindu

From incessant boos to frenzied adulation — star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has seen it all in the last few months, during which his life underwent a "360 degree turnaround" and keeping him afloat in the turmoil was his determination to "never leave the battlefield". As he gears up for his second IPL season as Mumbai Indians captain, Pandya can …

"The six-month phase when we won World Cup...": Hardik Pandya opens up on overcoming flak of fans

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1 week, 2 days ago

"The six-month phase when we won World Cup...": Hardik Pandya opens up on overcoming flak of fans

Hindustan Times

Mumbai, : Star Indian all-rounder and Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya shared a message of self-belief for youngsters playing the Indian Premier League and also highlighted his own story of resilience throughout his career, saying that for him, staying in the "battlefield" is important and the sport will remain his "greatest ally". ": Hardik Pandya opens up on overcoming flak …

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1 week, 2 days ago

It's been a 360 degree turnaround: Hardik Pandya reflects on roller-coaster last few months

Hindustan Times

New Delhi, From incessant boos to frenzied adulation star India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has seen it all in the last few months, during which his life underwent a "360 degree turnaround" and keeping him afloat in the turmoil was his determination to "never leave the battlefield". It's been a 360 degree turnaround: Hardik Pandya reflects on roller-coaster last few months …

1 week, 2 days ago

Hardik Pandya on his remarkable comeback after IPL 2024: Destiny had its plan

India Today

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya recently opened up about the tumultuous period in his career he faced during the Indian Premier League 2024. However, he made a dramatic turnaround within a month as he bowled the crucial last over of the T20 World Cup 2024 final and successfully defended 15 runs to script an improbable win for India. Furthermore, he said …

1 week, 3 days ago

‘It was about surviving, not winning’: Hardik Pandya opens up on nightmarish IPL 2024 at Mumbai Indians

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IPL 2024 was more about survival for Hardik Pandya, rather the winning, revealed the Mumbai Indians captain. Taking over the reins from Rohit Sharma last year, Hardik Pandya became a victim of constant booing from the fans, where ever he went in the previous edition of the Indian Premier League. However, his life came to a full circle when Hardik …

'For me, it was about surviving...': Hardik Pandya lays bare brutally honest emotions on nightmarish IPL 2024 with MI

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'For me, it was about surviving...': Hardik Pandya lays bare brutally honest emotions on nightmarish IPL 2024 with MI

Hindustan Times

Hardik Pandya experienced a roller-coaster of emotions in 2024. Hardik's life came full circle in months, from being booed throughout the IPL season to helping India lift the T20 World Cup in Barbados. During the side's opening fixture in Mumbai, Hardik was booed left, right, and centre, which led to former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar asking the crowd to "behave." …

1 week, 5 days ago

Hardik Pandya, Tilak Varma, Kieron Pollard celebrate as Harmanpreet Kaur's Mumbai Indians cruise to WPL final - Watch

Hindustan Times

Hayley Matthews and Nat Sciver-Brunt scored 77 runs each and led a relentless Mumbai Indians to the final of the Women's Premier League and those cheering for them included their men's counterparts. Tilak Varma, Kieron Pollard and captain Hardik Pandya can be seen reacting to the win in the video The franchise posted a video of the men's team celebrating …

2 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya throws down gauntlet after India's Champions Trophy win: 'This is not done...'

Hindustan Times

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya has said that while he is happy with the team's Champions Trophy victory, he still needs more titles. Pandya had said tha this was his attitude after India won the 2024 T20 World Cup as well and he is happy that one more trophy has been added. Hardik Pandya was integral to India's winning campaigns in …

2 weeks, 1 day ago

IPL 2025: Hardik Pandya joins Mumbai Indians after Champions Trophy win

India Today

All-rounder Hardik Pandya has joined Mumbai Indians for IPL 2025, with the team welcoming him with the message, “The GUN has arrived.” Known for his explosive all-round abilities, Hardik’s addition strengthens MI’s squad. A key figure in the Indian team, he was part of the squad that won the 2025 Champions Trophy, where India defeated New Zealand by four wickets …

2 weeks, 1 day ago

Above my pay grade: Hardik Pandya when asked why India didn't play in Pakistan

India Today

Hardik Pandya gave a witty response to a journalist who asked him why India didn't go to Pakistan to play the Champions Trophy 2025. Hardik said it was above his pay grade to explain the exact reason why India opted not to travel to Pakistan. You can see the full video below: “ ab q nae gay aur Kaha nae …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Hardik Pandya's hilarious answer to Pak journo on why India didn't travel to Pakistan: 'Above my pay grade'

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India made history by winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 with a four-wicket victory over New Zealand in Dubai. After the match, Hardik Pandya gave a hilarious response to a Pakistani journalist’s question on why India didn’t travel to Pakistan. Hardik Pandya’s witty reply steals the show After the match, all-rounder Hardik Pandya, known for his cheeky responses, grabbed attention …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Hardik Pandya delighted to bury the ghosts of 2017 after Champions Trophy triumph

India Today

India all-rounder Hardik Pandya said that he was delighted to bury the ghosts of India’s loss in the Champions Trophy 2017 following the team’s victory in the 2025 edition on Sunday, March 9 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the final to clinch their second Champions Trophy title. Following India’s win, Pandya recalled …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

I remember 2017 very closely, couldn't finish that time: Hardik after 2025 triumph

New Indian Express

DUBAI: As his teammates basked in the glory of India's success in the Champions Trophy here on Sunday, star all-rounder Hardik Pandya remembered the heartbreak in the 2017 edition of the tournament. I remember 2017 very closely, couldn't finish that time. Hardik was the lone ranger for India in the 2017 final as he smashed a 43-ball 76, but the …

2 weeks, 2 days ago

Hardik Pandya after Champions Trophy win: If challenges are tough, throw some punches

India Today

Hardik Pandya had his fair share of challenges in the Champions Trophy 2025. If you don't leave the battlefield, then you have a chance,” Pandya said during a mixed zone interaction after India won the Champions Trophy. Champions Trophy Final: Scorecard | Highlights ‘Rule of my life’ On Sunday, India beat New Zealand by four wickets in the grand final …

KL Rahul’s honest confession after India’s Champions Trophy triumph: ‘I was s....ing myself’

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

KL Rahul’s honest confession after India’s Champions Trophy triumph: ‘I was s....ing myself’

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Team India’s wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul delivered a candid and humorous post-match interview after guiding the team to a thrilling four-wicket victory over New Zealand in the Champions Trophy 2025 final. India Vs New Zealand FINAL LIVE SCORE, Champions Trophy 2025 Acknowledging India’s mental toughness Rahul highlighted the immense pressure Indian cricketers face from a young age, crediting the team’s resilience …

3 weeks ago

India vs Australia semi-final: Defining moments that shaped Men in Blue's win in Champions Trophy clash

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India defeated Australia by four wickets in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-final, securing their third consecutive final appearance. India sealed a thrilling four-wicket victory over Australia in the first semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, successfully chasing down a target of 265 at the iconic Dubai venue. Shami x Smith pic.twitter.com/huSeRjPPcD — Manoj Tiwari March 5, 2025 Jadeja’s …

3 weeks ago

Hardik Pandya's monster sixes, KL Rahul's MS Dhoni act lay rest to 6-year-old demons, duo attends to unfinished business

Hindustan Times

KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya are a study in contrasts. India's KL Rahul and Hardik Pandya Yet, despite the contrasts, they are great buddies. Each has since played crucial roles in India’s progress in various formats on different platforms; in Dubai on Tuesday night, they came together during a brief but vital partnership that propelled their team past Australia and …

IND vs AUS: Ravi Shastri suggests India to go with unchanged XI for semi-final

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

IND vs AUS: Ravi Shastri suggests India to go with unchanged XI for semi-final

India Today

Former cricketer Ravi Shastri said that India shouldn’t tinker with their winning combination going into the semi-final of the Champions Trophy against Australia on Tuesday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Champions Trophy: Full Coverage | Points Table Chakravarthy, who went wicketless in all three T20Is earlier in Dubai, picked up five wickets and helped India win by 44 runs. …

India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final: Unbeaten India faces a depleted Australia in high-voltage contest in Dubai

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3 weeks, 2 days ago

India vs Australia Champions Trophy semi-final: Unbeaten India faces a depleted Australia in high-voltage contest in Dubai

The Hindu

India versus Pakistan may be one of cricket’s greatest rivalries, made more fierce by the political relationship between the two countries, but India against Australia has been one of the most intriguing and hard-fought duels in modern-day cricket. Another instalment of this high-voltage contest between the two cricketing heavyweights will kick off on Tuesday at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

Virat Kohli buries his face, Hardik Pandya baffled as Chakaravarthy’s fielding blunder gifts New Zealand easy boundary

Hindustan Times

Varun Chakravarthy had a sloppy moment on the field in his first game of Champions Trophy 2025 when India had a tough task to defend 250 against New Zealand. Hardik Pandya, Virat Kohli hide their faces in disappointment Defending a 250-run target, India had a chance to get the wicket of Will Young in the fourth over. Hardik Pandya bowled …

3 weeks, 3 days ago

‘If given a preference…’: Karthik picks India’s best possible Champions Trophy semis opponent; shocked by PAK, ENG

Hindustan Times

Having already booked their berth in the semi-finals of the ongoing 2025 Champions Trophy, India face New Zealand in their final Group A fixture in Dubai on Sunday. Although both sides have confirmed their berths in the semis, the result of the match will decide the final outlook of Group A. Dinesh Karthik spoke on India's semi-final opponents. India’s potential …

1 month ago

Pakistan needs a bold new approach to redeem itself

The Hindu

The stage was set perfectly for Pakistan. The losses to New Zealand and India had a predictable pattern as the batters’ timid approach proved costly. The squad lacks batting depth, and barring players like Salman Ali Agha and Fakhar, the others don’t have the ability to go big. The chatter ahead of the must-win game against its neighbour veered around …

1 month ago

Champions Trophy: A lesson from Virat Kohli for struggling Pakistan | Sledging Room S2, Ep 78

India Today

How disappointed were you on Sunday? Whether you were a Pakistan fan or an Indian fan, and whether or not you enjoyed Virat Kohli's masterclass, you must have felt a tinge of sadness watching cricket's biggest rivalry turn into a one-sided affair. The Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai was a prime example. Captain Mohammad Rizwan played an outdated brand …

1 month ago

Jos Buttler takes a dig at India for only playing in Dubai: It's a unique tournament

India Today

England captain Jos Buttler has taken a sly dig at India’s advantage in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025, who’re playing all of their matches at the same venue in the tournament. After denying to travel to the host country, Pakistan, India are playing all of their matches at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai, where the pitches are …

1 month ago

Hardik — the lethal weapon in India’s white-ball armoury

The Hindu

Hardik Pandya loves a laugh. Hardik is practically lost to Test cricket – he recently made it clear to the deciding authorities that the red-ball game wasn’t for him – but has loads to offer the two limited-overs setups where he has already established himself as an influential, game-changing individual. After a topsy-turvy several months when he went from India’s …

1 month ago

Inzamam-ul-Haq asks for performance review after India vs Pakistan cricket match, gets trolled by social media users

Live Mint

Legendary Pakistan cricketer Inzamam-ul-Haq expressed dismay at defending champions Pakistan following its dismal performance against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Jahan thoda sa pressure padta hai, bilkul khatam ho jaate hain,” Pakistan’s highest run-scorer ever in ODI cricket says in the video. Many believed Imam did not have a future in ODI cricket, but he made a comeback …

1 month ago

IND vs PAK: India Crushes Pakistan by 6 Wickets, Tops ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Points Table

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India secured a commanding 6-wicket victory over Pakistan in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, further strengthening its position in the tournament. In response, India chased down the target comfortably with 45 balls to spare, thanks to a stellar unbeaten century by Virat Kohli, who sealed the win with a boundary.With this victory, India has now claimed the top spot in …

1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Kohli breaking Tendulkar's record, Kuldeep's twin-strike and other key moments from India’s victory

Firstpost

Virat Kohli and Kuldeep Yadav shone with bat and ball respectively as India handed Pakistan a six-wicket defeat in Dubai on Sunday to virtually confirm their place in the semi-finals of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. VIrat Kohli's unbeaten 100 took India home to a six-wicket victory after Kuldeep Yadav's 3/40 played a key role in helping the Men in …

1 month ago

Pakistan will struggle to beat even India's B team, says Sunil Gavsakar

India Today

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar came up with a sharp assessment of the decline of Pakistan's white-ball cricket, saying that Mohammad Rizwan's side would struggle even against India's B team. Gavaskar's comments came after India hammered Pakistan by six wickets in a one-sided Champions Trophy 2025 clash in Dubai on Sunday, 23 February. PAKISTAN ALWAYS HAD NATURAL TALENT: GAVASKAR Highlighting the stark …

1 month ago

Hardik Pandya joins Kapil Dev, Sachin Tendulkar in elite Indian all-round list after stellar outing vs Pakistan

Hindustan Times

Hardik Pandya provided a terrific contribution to India’s bowling innings, taking two wickets including the crucial opening scalp of Babar Azam to begin the wicket-taking for his team. Dubai, Feb 23 : India's Hardik Pandya celebrates the wicket of Pakistan's Saud Shakeel during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025- Group A match, at Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai on Sunday. …

1 month ago

Champions Trophy: Hardik Pandya, India’s insurance cover

Hindustan Times

Dubai: India have taken one major tactical turn from their 2023 ODI World Cup campaign. The allrounder’s new-ball spell in Sunday’s Champions Trophy game against Pakistan was an example of how he plugs the crucial holes in India’s ODI gameplan. Hardik though got one to nip off the seam, caught Azam’s outside edge and waved a little good-bye, casual enough …

1 month ago

IND vs PAK, Champions Trophy 2025: Kohli’s masterclass powers India to a six-wicket win over Pakistan

The Hindu

Pakistan was the nominal ‘home’ team for its must-win encounter against India. But in front of a near sell-out crowd, more than three-fourths of whom were decked in blue, the Men in Green got blown away by one of Virat Kohli’s classic ODI masterclass knocks as he belted out his best hits and reaffirmed his status as one of the …

1 month ago

India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy: 5 Times Navjot Singh Sidhu stole the show

Live Mint

India vs Pakistan, Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit Sharma-led team India emerged victorious in the Champions Trophy Group A match against Pakistan on Sunday. "Kuldeep Yadav is as deep as a handpump" Praising Kuldeep Yadav, Navjot Singh Sidhu compared him to a handpump, drawing a reference from Sunny Deol's famous ‘dhai kilo ka haath’ dialogue. He said, “What has happened to …

1 month ago

Cricket-Pakistanis gather to watch India clash on big screen

Hindustan Times

By Ariba Shahid Cricket-Pakistanis gather to watch India clash on big screen KARACHI, - On a sandy tract of land along Karachi's coastline, hundreds of Pakistani cricket fans gathered in front of a big screen to watch their cricket team battle arch-rivals India in the Champions Trophy on Sunday. Those watching in Karachi expressed disappointment because the game was originally …

1 month ago

India versus Pakistan Match Today: Pakistani governor has announced PKR 1 crore cash prize if nation wins against India

Live Mint

Pakistan's governor of the province of Sindh, Kamran Tessori, announced a cash prize of PKR 1 crore to players if they win the match against India on Sunday, February 23, according to a local news portal, ARY News report. “I am announcing a prize of PKR 1 crore from my side if Pakistan are able to beat India,” said Tessori, …

1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Shaheen Afridi castles Rohit Sharma with a searing yorker in Dubai; watch video

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Skipper Rohit Sharma was off to a fiery start in India’s chase of the 242-run target set by Pakistan, racing to 20 with the help of three fours and a six, when he was castled by a searing yorker from left-arm quick Shaheen Shah Afridi. Rohit Sharma walks back to the pavilion after getting castled by Shaheen Shah Afridi in …

1 month ago

India bowl out Pakistan for 241 after Shakeel-Rizwan stand

Hindustan Times

Saud Shakeel and skipper Mohammad Rizwan hit gritty knocks to help Pakistan to 241 all out against arch-rivals India in a key Champions Trophy clash on Sunday in Dubai. India bowl out Pakistan for 241 after Shakeel-Rizwan stand Defending champions Pakistan elected to bat first in the Group A match which is a 'must-win' for them after they lost to …

1 month ago

Hardik Pandya dismisses Babar Azam in style, sparks meme fest on X: 'Plastic king'

Hindustan Times

The fierce cricketing rivalry between India and Pakistan hit new heights on Sunday during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, as Hardik Pandya dismissed Pakistan’s batter Babar Azam in a dramatic fashion. Hardik Pandya's fiery delivery that dismissed Babar Azam ignited a wave of memes on the internet. Pandya strikes as Babar falls early Pakistan made a steady start after skipper …

1 month ago

IND vs PAK: Indian bowlers make fine comeback to bowl Pakistan out for 241 in Dubai

Firstpost

Pakistan were 151/2 in the 33rd over and were eyeing a score in the range of 300 after opting to bat in Dubai. Left-arm wrist spinner Kuldeep Yadav was the pick of the Indian bowlers in their Champions Trophy Group A match against Pakistan in Dubai. AP India made an excellent recovery with the ball to bowl Pakistan out for …

1 month ago

India vs Pakistan match: Chiranjeevi, Sonam Kapoor spotted in stands; Sunny Deol, MS Dhoni watch it together

Hindustan Times

The highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan in the Champions Trophy 2025 has Indian fans glued to their screens. Stars like Sonam Kapoor, Chiranjeevi, and Sunny Deol are currently in Dubai to witness the match live. Sunny Deol, Chiranjeevi and Sonam Kapoor watch India vs Pakistan Champions Trophy match live in Dubai. Chiranjeevi with Abhishek Verma A photo of …

1 month ago

IND Vs PAK ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Hardik Pandya steps in, sends Babar Azam back to pavilion

Live Mint

Amidst the adrenaline-filled India Vs Pakistan ICC Champions Trophy match underway at Dubai, India's best all-rounder Hardik Pandya gave the team their first breakthrough as he forced Babar Azam to edge the second delivery of ninth over and get caught by KL Rahul. Following Mohammed Shami's ankle region pain popped in, Hardik was brought into the attack and in the …

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