India Champions vs Pakistan Champions Match 8 Match Commentary: World Championship of Legends, 2024

1.44am  Right then, a big day of the World Championship of Legends comes to a close. Australia won against England in the first game and Pakistan outplayed India in the second game and it has been pure entertainment for fans all around the world. We take a leave tonight but the World Championship of Legends will be back on the 7th of July 2024 again with the next chapter which is South Africa Champions taking on West Indies Champions at 5 pm IST (11.30 pm GMT). Join us early for the build-up as we bring you all the excitement. Till then, goodbye and have a good night.

1.43am  Younis Khan, the captain of Pakistan Champions is up for a chat, says that he has lived his childhood with India Pakistan games and this fixture bring back memories of his performances in Bangalore and Kolkata. Adds that after what happened to the Pakistan team in the T20 World Cup, they wanted to get this win and provide hope back in the country. Mentions that it is nice to see all the players like Afridi, Malik, and Riaz step up for the team and putting their bodies on the line.

1.43am  Yuvraj Singh, the skipper of India Champions, says that his back is healing and the Impact player rule is helping him bat. He adds that the decision at the toss was not a wrong one, Pakistan played really well in all the departments and took the game away from them. He further talks about this being a no-excuses game and India will only look to get better from here on out.

1.42am  Sharjeel Khan is the Player of the Match and at the interview, he says that he was trying to play a long inning and is happy that it came in a match like this. Adds that the wicket looked good and they wanted to post a big total. Further mentions that it is a nice opportunity for him to play with some of the legends and the seniors have supported him a lot.

1.28am  ... TIME FOR PRESENTATION CEREMONY ...

1.27am  This emphatic victory highlights Pakistan Champions' dominance in all departments of the game. Their batting was explosive, their fielding was sharp, and their bowling was lethal. On the other hand, the India Champions will have to go back to the drawing board and address the issues that led to such a comprehensive defeat. For the fans, it was a match that showcased the intensity and passion of one of the greatest rivalries in cricket. Pakistan's commanding win over India will be remembered for a long time, as they outclassed their opponents in every aspect of the game. Stay tuned for the presentation ceremony.

1.25am  The India Champions began their chase with a positive mindset, with openers Robin Uthappa and Ambati Rayudu getting off to a good start during the Powerplay. They provided the much-needed momentum, but the departure of Robin Uthappa brought Suresh Raina to the crease. Raina, known for his aggressive batting, took charge and began attacking the Pakistani bowlers, offering a glimmer of hope for the Indian fans. However, the middle overs proved to be the turning point of the match. Shoaib Malik's spell was particularly devastating as he picked up three crucial wickets, stalling India's progress. His partner in crime, Shahid Afridi, also bowled tightly, creating pressure and building up dot balls that further tilted the balance in Pakistan's favor. As the required run rate began to climb, the pressure mounted on the Indian batters. Wahab Riaz then delivered a lethal second spell, claiming three wickets and effectively sealing the victory for Pakistan. His pace and accuracy left the Indian lower order with no answer, as they crumbled under the mounting pressure. Despite a valiant effort from Suresh Raina, who scored a resilient 52 off 39 balls, India fell short of the target by a significant margin. Raina's innings was the only notable contribution in an otherwise disappointing batting performance from the Indian side.

1.21am  Pakistan Champions emerged victorious in a one-sided clash against their arch-rivals India Champions, restricting them to 175 runs in pursuit of a daunting target of 244. Winning the match by a substantial margin of 68 runs, Pakistan Champions displayed a stellar all-round performance that left India reeling. Yuvraj Singh, having won the toss, opted to field first on a wicket that promised plenty for the batters. This decision soon appeared to backfire as Pakistan's top-order batters took full advantage of the favorable conditions. The top three batters for Pakistan each scored over 50 runs in rapid fashion, setting the foundation for a mammoth total of 243 runs in their allotted 20 overs. Their explosive batting ensured that the Indian bowlers had a day to forget, as they struggled to contain the onslaught.