A Ritual of Faith and Passion
In Bihar's cities, ardent cricket fans in groups congregated at temples and public places, praying and chanting mantras for India's win. The havan, the sacred fire ritual performed to pray for blessings, was done with complete devotion, indicating the intensity of feelings over the high-voltage encounter.

Fans performs Havan in Bihar for Team India's Victory against Pakistan in today's match. 🇮🇳 (ANI).pic.twitter.com/o1t2iJKRnh

— Tanuj Singh (@ImTanujSingh) February 23, 2025

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Several fans could be spotted donning Team India jerseys, brandishing the national flag, and shouting slogans supporting Rohit Sharma and his team. Some of them even sported placards with the message "Bharat Jeetega!" (India will win!) and "Victory for Team India is our only wish."
India vs Pakistan: More Than Just a Game
An India-Pakistan cricket match is never just another match. It is filled with huge historical, political, and emotional overtones, and millions of fans watch it across the globe. The two teams last met in a major ICC tournament, and India won; fans are eager for a repeat today.