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Pak Fans Enjoy 1st ICC Contest In 29 Years

February 20, 2025 13:24 IST

Fans at National Stadium in Karachi

IMAGE: Spectators at the National Bank stadium in Karachi during the Champions Trophy match between Pakistan and New Zealand, February 19, 2025. Photographs: Akhtar Soomro/Reuters

Pakistan is hosting a major ICC tournament after 29 years and the fans are back in the stadium to support their players, and cricket in general.

The National Bank stadium in Karachi saw a huge number of fans cheering on and enjoying a rare time out at the cricket even as New Zealand outplayed the hosts in the opening game of the Champions Trophy on Wednesday.

Fans with banner supporting New Zealand

There was also a massive banner by New Zealand supporters.

Pakistan Air Force aerobatic display team Sherdils perform

IMAGE: The Sherdils, the Pakistan air force's aerobatic display team, performed before the game began on Wednesday.

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