Pakistan team returns home to heroes' welcome

The green shirts victory against India helped them clinch their first ever Champions Trophy title. (Photo: AP)

Armed guards were required to make a path through the throngs as hundreds of fans gathered at the Karachi International Airport as the players returned home from London with the silverware. (Photo: Facebook)

Pakistan cricketer were welcomed as heroes by huge crowd gatherings. (Photo: Facebook)

Sarfraz held the trophy high to loud cheers from public. (Photo: AP)

Pakistan spanked India by 180 runs on Sunday to hand the Men in Blue their worst ever defeat in an ICC final. (Photo: AP)

Fans showered flower petals on Hasan Ali who won the ICC Man of the Tournament award. (Photo: Facebook)