Pakistani fans were ecstatic after their senior national team defeated India by 10-wickets. In the T20 World Cup 2021 match on Sunday. Even as the spectators in green shirts celebrated the historic victory at the Dubai International Stadium. Babar Azam’s father was in floods of delight.
Babar Azam’s father was overcome with emotion when he was surrounded by fans. Congratulating him on Pakistan’s first-ever World Cup victory over India. Babar’s father, who is at the stadium, can be seen battling to suppress his cries of joy in a video provided by Pakistani journalist Mazher Arshad.
On Sunday, everything Babar touched turned to gold as the Pakistan captain won the toss and sent India in to bat. As a teenage pace sensation, Shaheen Afridi dismissed the highly-rated Indian openers Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul early in the powerplay. He marshaled his troops brilliantly on the field, leaving the team reeling at 31/3 in the powerplay.
With a disciplined effort on the field, Babar was spot on with his bowling changes, and Pakistan showed that they were up for the battle. India only scored 151/7 in 20 overs, despite a Virat Kohli fifty.
Mohammad Rizwan
However, Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan responded with a chasing masterpiece. Then guiding the previous champions to the target in 17.5 overs without losing a wicket. Babar stayed unbeaten on 68. While his opening partner Mohammad Rizwan smashed 79 not out to lead his arch-rivals to victory.
Pakistan will play New Zealand in a Super 12 match in Dubai on Wednesday.
Babar cautioned his colleagues not to get too euphoric following Pakistan’s massive win over India. Instead, focus on the task at hand when they face Kane Williamson’s tough New Zealand side.
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