Rakhi Sawant backs Pakistan and India as Champions Trophy showdown nears

Bollwyood actor Rakhi Sawant has chosen to cheer for both rival teams, Pakistan and India, as the high-voltage Champions Trophy fixture approaches this Sunday. With fans from both nations eagerly awaiting the thrilling showdown, Rakhi has made a unique gesture to show her support.

For this electrifying sporting event, she donned a custom cricket jersey, one half featuring the Indian team and the other representing Pakistan.

While engaging in a playful exchange with Pakistanis in London, Rakhi declared, "I will support both teams because I am the daughter of India and a daughter-in-law-to-be of Pakistan."

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She expressed her hopes that both teams would deliver their best performances, creating an intense and charged atmosphere. Additionally, she advised players to focus on improving their skills and strengthening their stamina.

Rakhi also playfully urged Pakistan’s legendary cricketer Wasim Akram to do a catwalk after the match. In a lighthearted message to the players, she quipped, "Don’t eat chole bhature in the morning, stick to healthy food before the match!"

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She also had some words of advice for Indian players, warning them "never to underestimate their opponents." Addressing Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, she encouraged them to bring their A-game to the field.

In the video, she playfully teased Pakistani cricket fans, saying that the Indian team would dominate the Green Shirts with their performance.