'Believe in yourself': Support, well wishes for Green Shirts flood Twitter

Pakistan to play against England in the T20 World Cup final today

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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with others, took to Twitter on Sunday to express their support and well wishes for the Pakistan cricket team ahead of the T20 World Cup final match.

PM Shehbaz noted that the team "beat all odds" to reach the final, expressing confidence in their "passion, motivation and determination". He wished the cricketers good luck, reminding them to believe in themselves and that the "entire nation" stands behind them.

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Asad Umar hoped that rainy weather would not affect the final, adding that he was "looking forward to a great match".

Director General in UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. Former British High Commissioner to Pakistan Thomas Drew expressed his anticipation the night before the "big day".

The British High Commissioner to Pakistan Christian Turner also shared his excitement for Pakistan and England to play in the final after 30 years.

He expressed his loyalty to England, but referring to Pakistan's victory against England at the 1992 World Cup final, he joked that he may sing "Dil Dil Pakistan" if such a moment was to repeat itself.

EU Ambassador to Pakistan Riina Kionka shared a photo of herself wearing her "lucky" Pakistan team jersey, saying that she is "hopeful for a win".

Journalist Ihtisham Ul Haq humorously shared a tweet about "confused British Pakistanis" not sure of which team to support.

Former Pakistan Cricket Team Coach Waqar Younis said that the team has "already won the hearts of the nation". He offered his best wishes and prayers, hoping to see history repeated.

Former cricketer and captain of the Pakistan cricket team, Shahid Afridi highlighted the significance of the day and wished the team all the best, encouraging them to "put up a good fight".

Former cricketer Saeed Anwar also wished the "boys in green" the best, telling them to "bring the cup home".

Cricketer Fawad Alam wished the team good luck, adding that "the whole nation is praying" for their success.

Shaniera Akram, wife of the Pakistan cricket team's former captain Wasim Akram, tweeted her support on her way to the match, adding that she felt "as excited as any Pakistani".

The official ESPN Cricket Info Twitter account shared a video of Pakistanis in Melbourne dancing and getting hyped up for the match.

Sports Reporter Nic Savage shared a video of Pakistani supporters outside Melbourne Cricket Ground, what looked like "a sea of green".

Nic quoted the English Cricketer Jos Buttler who praised the Pakistan cricket team, especially its "fast bowlers".

 

 

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