Pandya’s strategy was clever. After seeing Babar’s aggressive play, he adjusted his length and bowled a ball just outside the off-stump in the ninth over. While the pitch offered little movement, it was enough to tempt Babar into playing a cover drive.

Hardik Pandya gave India a crucial breakthrough in their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 clash against Pakistan on Sunday, dismissing Pakistan’s skipper Babar Azam

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Team India's disciplined bowling effort restricted Pakistan to 241 in IND vs PAK Champions Trophy 2025 clash in Dubai on Sunday (February 23). Opting to bat first, Pakistan stumbled early at 47/2 before Saud Shakeel (62) and Mohammad Rizwan (46) steadied the innings with a 104-run partnership.

The blockbuster India vs Pakistan clash in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai witnessed Hardik Pandya playing a key role in setting the tone early on. The Indian all-rounder not only picked up the crucial wicket of Pakistan batter Babar Azam but also gestured a sarcastic 'bye-bye' send-off.