ISLAMABAD: Pakistan will face arch-rivals India in the final of the Asian Champions Trophy today (Sunday) following their hard fought win in pre-finals in Muscat (Oman) Saturday.
Pakistan beat Malaysia on penalty shootout 3-1 to make their fifth consecutive final while India faced tough resistance from Japan before prevailing 3-2 within the schedule time.
Pakistan and Malaysia were tied at 4-4 before the semis was decided on penalty shootout with goalkeeper Imran Butt making splendid saves under the bar to win a spot in the final for green shirts.
The final would be a repeat of last year Trophy title decider where India emerged winner. India and Pakistan both have won the Trophy twice previously.
Reports indicate that they tried to breach one of gates, harassed staff, and even scaled walls of premises
Nasir praised role of Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Naqvi, who controlled situation with tolerance
A fierce exchange of fire ensued, but culprits managed to escape under cover of darkness
Police said booked leaders and BYC workers gathered at main Turbat Chowk
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Bokhari emphasised that cases have been registered against "Fasadis", and no one will be spared
