Even though things did not go its way, Afghanistan still has lots to play for in the tournament, and being a senior member of the team, Gurbaz admitted that the pitch was ‘completely beyond the team’s expectations’.

The Indian flag was seen flying high during the opening game of the tournament on Wednesday, February 19 between New Zealand and Pakistan at the National Stadium in Karachi.

The Indian flag that was initially missing at Karachi's National Stadium ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy was seen on Wednesday at the venue during t

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Former England captain Michael Vaughan was surprised by low turnout for the Champions Trophy 2025 opener between Pakistan and New Zealand at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19.

Indian Tricolour was seen flying high at the Karachi stadium during Pakistan vs New Zealand's Champions Trophy clash

The much-awaited ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is set to enthrall fans as Pakistan and New Zealand clash in the tournament’s opener on February 19 (Wednesday) at the National Stadium, Karachi. The Champions Trophy marks a historic event for Pakistan as they are hosting an ICC event after 29 years.

During the Champions Trophy 2025 opener between Pakistan and New Zealand, the Indian flag was spotted flying high at the National Stadium in Karachi on Wednesday, February 19. India tri-colour flag was seen atop of the Karachi Stadium after the controversy erupted when the video went viral on social media,