From "no-hopers" at the start to champions in the end, former captain Shahid Afridi feels Pakistan have become serious title contenders for the 2019 ODI World Cup with their stunning Champions Trophy triumph. "We played very well and now we have won the final", Sarfraz said.
Pakistan's victory by 180 runs on Sunday has sparked widespread celebrations in the country, where cricket is the number one sport.
Indian police have arrested 15 people for celebrating the Pakistan cricket team's victory over India in the ICC Champions Trophy final.
Australian cricketing legend Adam Gilchrist on Monday credited Pakistan's adaptability and perseverance in the face of domestic challenges as key to their rout of favourites India in the Champions Trophy.
"This squad is built around exciting young talent and has an astute and passionate leader in Sarfraz", he said.
"The turnaround has left the world bewildered and has brought a wave of ecstasy and unbridled joy for Pakistanis all around the world".
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"The upcoming ICC Champions Trophy in England and Wales from 1-18 June carries a total prize money of $ 4.5 million with the victor of the eight-team tournament taking home a cheque of $ 2.2 million", the ICC announced.
"We should not think that after winning one trophy we have conquered the world. The fans, especially the youngsters, who saw the team dethrone India, will be inspired to replicate the performances of their heroes in the years to come", he added.
"All the boys worked very hard, after losing that first match, the way the boys made the comeback is remarkable", said Sarfraz.
Pakistan leapfrogged Sri Lanka and Bangladesh to move closer to direct qualification for the 2019 World Cup, for which host England and the next seven highest-ranked sides as on 30 September will get straight entries.
The flamboyant cricketer, nicknamed "Boom Boom Afridi", further insisted that just like the 1992 World Cup win gave Pakistan a new generation of match winners, this Champions Trophy victory will also put the country's cricket back on track.
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