World Cup favourites India held their nerve for a 29-run win over Pakistan in Mohali to progress to Saturday’s final against Sri Lanka. The jury was out, after Sachin Tendulkar (85) had ridden his luck against Wahab Riaz (five for 46) and others, whether India’s 260 for nine was a defendable total. Done it: Sachin Tendulkar celebrates victory But in a cauldron-like atmosphere in front of a capacity crowd for today’s high-profile semi-final against their old foes in Mohali, the tournament co-hosts had matters in hand despite an all-too-late rally from Misbah-ul-Haq. Pakistan briefly appeared on course to upset the odds after Mohammad Hafeez eased their run chase off to a promising start. But…
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