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Indian Journalist Vikrant Gupta Receives Warm Welcome in Pakistan Amidst Champions Trophy 2025

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The recent visit of Indian sports journalist Vikrant Gupta to Pakistan has sparked a massive fan frenzy, with locals in Lahore chanting "Vikrant Gupta Zindabad" and mobbing him for selfies. Gupta, who is the Managing Editor at Aaj Tak, is known for his in-depth cricket analysis and no-nonsense takes. His visit to Pakistan to cover the Champions Trophy 2025 has made him an unexpected celebrity in the country.

Despite the Indian cricket team playing their matches in Dubai, Gupta has become the main event in Pakistan, with fans going crazy to meet him and take selfies. Videos from Pakistan show absolute madness as fans hug him like a long-lost brother and create a stampede-like situation just to get a glimpse of him. Gupta has expressed his admiration for the hospitality in Lahore, describing his stay as an "amazing experience". He has also expressed hope for the revival of cricketing ties between India and Pakistan, stating that an Indian team tour to Pakistan should happen someday, despite historical challenges.

Gupta's visit has highlighted the power of cricket to unite even the fiercest of competitors. The sport has often been caught in the crossfire of strained relations between India and Pakistan, but Gupta's warm welcome in Pakistan shows that it can still act as a bridge between the two nations. Gupta has also shared his thoughts on Pakistan's performance in the Champions Trophy, stating that he had anticipated struggles for the team, particularly after seeing their tri-series games where New Zealand defeated them twice. He expressed doubt about Pakistan's chances of winning the tournament, suggesting that only luck could have helped them make it to the semifinals.

The list of matches and their scores in the Champions Trophy 2025 includes:

  • India vs Pakistan: no match played due to India playing in Dubai
  • Pakistan vs New Zealand: New Zealand won by 10 wickets
  • Pakistan vs Afghanistan: Afghanistan won by 8 wickets
  • India vs England: India won by 7 wickets
Gupta's visit has also sparked a debate about the future of India-Pakistan cricketing ties, with some hoping that his visit will pave the way for a revival of the rivalry. However, others have criticized Gupta for not covering the Champions Trophy matches and instead spending time with locals. Gupta has been accused of spreading false news about Pakistan being ill-prepared to host the tournament.

As the Champions Trophy 2025 continues, all eyes will be on Gupta's next move, with many hoping that he will continue to act as a bridge between India and Pakistan. The cricket world is watching with bated breath as the tournament unfolds, and Gupta's presence in Pakistan has added an extra layer of excitement to the event. The hospitality shown to Gupta by the people of Lahore has been impressive, and it is clear that he has made a lasting impression on the city. The future of India-Pakistan cricketing ties remains uncertain, but one thing is clear - cricket has the power to unite even the most unlikely of friends.

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