The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced that spectators attending the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final between New Zealand and South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore will be provided with free iftar.
Fans holding valid match tickets will receive an iftar box, which includes dates, juice, and a mini pizza. The initiative aims to enhance the experience for those observing Ramadan, while food and beverages will also be available for purchase at designated stalls within the stadium.
The semi-final is set to begin at 2:00 PM, with iftar expected at 6:05 PM. The PCB emphasized that the initiative is part of its efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for cricket fans.
Meanwhile, in the first semi-final at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Australia posted a total of 264 runs before being bowled out in 49.3 overs against India.
Australia’s innings started shakily after Cooper Connolly fell to Mohammed Shami in the third over with just four runs on the board. However, Steve Smith and Alex Carey played key roles in steadying the innings.
Smith top-scored with 73 off 96 balls, forging crucial partnerships with Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, and Josh Inglis. Head contributed 39 off 33 balls, while Carey’s late surge of 61 off 57 balls helped Australia reach a competitive total.
For India, Shami led the bowling attack with three wickets, while Varun Chakravarthy and Ravindra Jadeja claimed two each.
