Pakistan are taking on New Zealand in the opening match of the event on Wednesday, February 19. The tournament is special for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and fans, as it is the first ICC event in the country after 29 years. The last time Pakistan hosted a major ICC tournament was the 1996 Cricket World Cup.
Fighter jets performed impressive maneuvers over the stadium as players prepared to take the field, leaving fans in awe. Devon Conway and Will Young were startled when the jets suddenly appeared. The air show featured top military aircraft like the F-16 and JF-17, drawing attention from fans on social media.
New Zealand must have been scared for a while after seeing the airplanes in the air ?#PakvsNz #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/pLNuuTx8UN
— Mark. (@CheekuGang) February 19, 2025
Mohammad Rizwan Won the Toss and Chose to Bowl First in Champions Trophy Opener
Indian Air Force's Surya Kiran aerobatic team performed a special air show before the 2023 World Cup final. Similarly, for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) had announced in advance that the Pakistan Air Force would put on a special aerial display for the cricket fans.
Abrar Ahmed Gives Pakistan Their First Breakthrough With a Stunning Delivery
New Zealand openers Will Young and Devon Conway added a 39-run stand. Abrar Ahmed gave Pakistan their first breakthrough with a stunning delivery that went past Conway’s bat and crashed into the off-stump. Abrar celebrated in his signature style, folding his hands before his teammates joined in.
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