'The journey of Pakistan Cricket Team has ended in Champions Trophy, this is the truth': Muhammad Rizwan after Pakistan's defeat from India

AFP Sport looks back at six memorable ODI matches between the bitter rivals ahead of their latest clash.

Dallas-based chef Maryam Ishtiaq impressed Gordon Ramsay on Next Level Chef with her flavorful tandoori chicken, earning praise for showcasing her Pakistani culinary roots. Overjoyed by the recognition, she hopes to use this opportunity to grow and inspire others.

The neighbours only meet in multi-nation events because of political tensions and the match is taking place in Dubai after India refused to travel to tournament hosts Pakistan.

Watch: Fakhar Zaman cries in the dressing room after injury

Imam-ul-Haq has replaced the injured Fakhar Zaman in Pakistan’s squad for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 after he sustained an oblique injury during their opening match against New Zealand.

Pakistan’s embassy in Tehran, in collaboration with Iranian authorities, successfully rescued four Pakistani nationals from human traffickers who had kidnapped and tortured them for ransom. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Foreign Office dismissed Afghan concerns over its repatriation plan, emphasizing its long-standing support for Afghan refugees

Pakistan, a cricket-mad nation where the sport is played on almost every street corner, are the defending champions.

The eight-nation ODI tournament is the first global cricket event in Pakistan since 1996.

Meanwhile, Pakistan has also begun preparations for securing an additional $1.5 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

COAS General Syed Asim Munir emphasized the vital role of youth and national unity in strengthening the Pakistan Army. He reaffirmed that soldiers fight as one, beyond ethnic differences, upholding the spirit of Pakistaniat.

The event, regarded as second only to the World Cup in the one-day game, runs until March 9 and is the first global cricket tournament hosted by Pakistan in nearly three decades.