IND beat PAK by five wickets in thriller: WCL Finals

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India defeated Pakistan by five wickets in the final of World Championship of Legends 2024, in Birmingham on Saturday.

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Chasing 157, India reached 159/5 in 19.1 overs, with Ambati Rayudu getting a half-century, smacking 50 off 30 balls

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Shoaib Malik (41) top-scored as Pakistan posted 156/6, setting a target of 157 runs for India.

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For India's bowling department, Anureet Singh struck thrice, Vinay Kumar, Pawan Negi and Irfan Pathan took a wicket each.

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Irfan Pathan played a crucial role, finishing off the match in style with a boundary over the bowler’s head

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Anureet Singh picked up a fine three-wicket haul for India. While, Vinay Kumar, Irfan Pathan and spinner Pawan Negi chipped in with a wicket each.

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Led by Yuvraj Singh, the Indian team showcased their dominance, securing the title in a hard-fought match.

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