Pakistani cricketers recalled the victory in the memorable final of the Champions Trophy in 2017 when the team defeated India.
Pakistan stunned defending champions by clinching the Champions Trophy by 180 runs at The Oval stadium in London. The match showcased spectacular performances by Fakhar Zaman and Muhammad Amir.
Fakhar Zaman scored a century at the grandest stage, reaching the milestone in the 30th over by playing a sweep shot off Ravichandran Ashwin. Fakhar, who had played only three ODIs till then, scored 114.
On Twitter, Muhammad Amir said that it was one of the best days of his life. Amir scored three wickets on the historic day including Indian skipper Virat Kohli.
One of the best day of my life champion trophy final 2017 ALHUMDULILAH ???????????????? pic.twitter.com/1kNhxOfkKc
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) June 18, 2020
Right-arm bowler Hassan Ali remembered the moment when he received the award from legendary Australian coach Ricky Ponting and former Indian player Saurav Ganguly on this day.
#OnThisDay in 2017, Pakistan stunned India to lift the ICC Champions Trophy at the Oval ????
They won by 180 runs, bowling out ???????? for just 158!#CT17 pic.twitter.com/cAXmLMxiHb
— ICC (@ICC) June 18, 2020
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