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Friday, Jun 27, 2025
Karachi: The debut match for Afghanistan in the ICC Champions Trophy turned out to be something that they won't cherish for a long time. Former champions South Africa crushed Afghanistan in the opening match of Group B with a commanding 102-run win. South African captain Temba Bavuma's decision to
Defender Jugraj Singh broke the Chinese defence as he scored a rare field goal in the 51st minute to hand his team the title.
It was India's fifth consecutive win in the six-team competition.
India have not visited Pakistan since 2008 and the arch-rivals meet only at multi-team events.
India have not yet confirmed participation and there is speculation that the International Cricket Council could use the hybrid model' and hold the country's matches at a neutral venue if the team does not get government clearance to travel.
The team will continue to be led by ace drag-flicker and defender Harmanpreet Singh while prolific midfielder Hardik Singh will be his deputy.
India defeated arch-rivals Pakistan 4-3 in a thrilling bronze-medal match.
Pakistan also suffered defeat in the semifinals, losing 5-6 to Korea earlier.
Dilpreet Singh scored a hat-trick as India crushed the neighbours 9-0.
Manpreet Singh will lead the 20-member Indian team.
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