Fans can relive India’s best performances in CT with Champions Trophy Classics
Mumbai, June 3 (IANS) Star Sports has been a constant source of cricketing action for viewers even during the lockdown, taking fans down memory lanes and helping them #ReLive their favourite cricket moments. In yet another attempt to keep fans engaged with the sport they love, upcoming show ‘Champions Trophy Classics will showcase the best action from the prestigious tournament.
The Champions Trophy has witnessed some memorable matches. Be it the final in 2000 between India & New Zealand, the 2002 trophy sharing between India & Sri Lanka or the 2017 India versus Pakistan final, the tournament has been a mode of entertainment for players and fans. Below are some of the ‘Champions Trophy Classics’ fans can treat themselves to:
ICC CT 2002, Match 11, IND v ENG | 7.06.2020
A young Virender Sehwag proved that he had what it takes to be in the team when India faced England during the ICC Champions Trophy in 2002. With a target of 270 staring at them, India had the task of beating the highest chase at Premadasa Stadium which was 244 at that time.
ICC CT 2002, Semi-Final 1, IND vs SA | 14.06.2020
In another brilliant comeback by Team India under the leadership of Sourav Ganguly, the Men in Blue beat South Africa to enter their second consecutive Champions Trophy final.
ICC Knockout 2000, 1st QF, IND v AUS | 21.06.2020
This match proved that an emerging and strong Indian team was determined to make a strong statement to the world. Playing for victory, the young team upset the Australian apple cart, taking the side to the knockout stage of the tournament in 2000.
ICC CT 2009, Match 5, IND v WI | 28.06.2020
India won the toss and chose to field first when they faced West Indies at The Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg in 2009. The Indian bowlers complimented their captain’s decision as they rattled the Windies’ batting line-up, sending them back to the hut for just 129 runs in 36 overs. Virat Kohli went on to score a comfortable 72 off 104 balls helping India to win in the 33rd over.
ICC CT 2013, IND v ENG (Final)| 28.06.2020
M.S. Dhoni achieved the feat of winning all three ICC tournaments as a captain when India beat England in the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy final. With rain playing spoilsport for most part of the day, the game was reduced to a 20-over affair.
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