The Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan was once again exciting, both on and off the field. Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar was upset that the Indian players didn’t do the traditional handshake after the game. In a video message, Akhtar asked, “Before we shake hands…” It’s custom, and it’s good sportsmanship.
However, this emotional plea didn’t go over well with many Indian fans, who quickly called Akhtar out on her selective anger.
Fans hurt the idea of double standards
There were a lot of responses on social media, and some Indian users pointed out that Akhtar had met with Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir and ex-captain Shahid Afridi not long ago. “The same Shoaib Akhtar who was having a good time with Asim Munir and Afridi is now crying over handshakes?” asked a person on X. The comment quickly went popular, showing that not everyone agrees with Akhtar’s comments.
Surya Takes the Spotlight
While the kiss scandal was all over the news, Indian cricket star Suryakumar Yadav made sure that cricket got its attention back. Surya had an amazing innings that not only made sure India won the game but also gave fans a lot to cheer about. His high strike rate and bold shooting made people think of great games from the past.
As a joke, some fans even said that Surya’s sixes hit “deeper than the Nur Khan Air Base.” This saying quickly went viral online. Memes, jokes, and happy posts flooded timelines, showing how Indian cricket fans mixed sports success with funny banter.
India vs. Pakistan Rivalry Outside of Cricket
When India and Pakistan play, it’s never just about bat and ball. Every action, joy, and argument gets bigger.
But simple gestures like this keep adding fuel. Fans also have a big impact on stories, and they can make small problems into big arguments.
What to Expect in the India-Pakistan Cricket Match
As the Asia Cup goes on, both teams will try to focus on how well they play instead of what’s going on off the field. Suryakumar Yadav’s form is great for India, but Pakistan will need to get back on track after a tough loss. While Shoaib Akhtar may have meant to talk about good manners, his words have instead caused a new conflict in the cricket match between India and Pakistan.
