Watch: India’s Robin Uthappa helps a ‘limping’ Misbah-ul-Haq of Pakistan during WCL final – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In the summit clash of the World Championship of Legends in Birmingham, former Pakistan skipper Misbah-ul-Haq had to retire hurt during the innings after scoring 18 off 15 balls.

In a heartwarming display of sportsmanship, India Champions wicket-keeper Robin Uthappa was seen helping Misbah, offering him a shoulder to move off the field. This act of camaraderie amidst the intense competition won the hearts of fans around the world, further enriching the spirit of cricket.

As it happened: India Champions vs Pakistan Champions

The broadcaster shared a video of the incident with the caption: “Spirit of Cricket moment in Birmingham,” highlighting the essence of sportsmanship that transcends rivalry.

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In the final of the World Championship of Legends between India Champions and Pakistan Champions, Pakistan won the toss and opted to bat first. However, the Indian pacers, led by Anureet Singh, who took three wickets for 43 runs, restricted Pakistan to 156 for 6 in their allotted 20 overs.

Shoaib Malik top-scored for Pakistan with 41 runs off 36 balls, including three sixes, while Sohail Tanvir contributed an unbeaten 19 off 9 balls, helping Pakistan Champions go past the 150-mark.

For India Champions, besides Anureet Singh’s impressive performance, Irfan Pathan (1 for 12), Pawan Negi (1 for 24), and Vinay Kumar (1 for 36) were effective in picking up crucial wickets.

The match, filled with competitive spirit and memorable moments of sportsmanship, provided fans with plenty of reasons to cheer. This final not only showcased the cricketing skills of legendary players but also underscored the enduring spirit of cricket.