Former cricketer Basit Ali apologized for his incorrect prediction about Pakistan reaching the Champions Trophy final after their early exit. Pakistan was eliminated in the group stage following losses to New Zealand and India. Ali expressed support for India to win the tournament. Pakistan's match against Bangladesh will be their last in the event.
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