Raipur, March 9 -- India Masters gave final touches to their preparations for the semifinals of the International Masters League (IML) 2025 as they registered a spectacular seven-run win against West Indies Masters to kick off the final leg of the tournament in Raipur on Saturday.

The home side rode Stuart Binny's three-wicket burst and a smart final over from Irfan Pathan to get over the line in the high-scoring thriller.

The stage was set for a nostalgic showdown, rekindling one of cricket's most legendary rivalries--Sachin Tendulkar vs Brian Lara. While the Indian icon was rested, the contest still lived up to its billing, delivering a captivating blend of nostalgia and exhilarating action. India Masters set the tone with a commandin...