Cricket excitement was at its peak at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium as Australia and Pakistan clashed for their match. The audience was buzzing with excitement, and a startling incident captured everyone’s attention and sparked a social media frenzy. Babar Azam, the captain of Pakistan, won the toss and, in an ironic turn of events, decided to bowl first.
Amidst the intense showdown, a group of enthusiastic Indian cricket supporters unfurled a fairly amazing flag inside the stadium. This was no ordinary banner; it featured Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket phenomenon, holding Babar Azam, the Pakistani cricket star, in a somewhat rude hug. Emblazoned with the words, ‘Bap Hamesha Bap hi hoga’ (A father will always be a father), this banner took a lighthearted swipe at Babar Azam, who had previously playfully referred to Kohli as the “King” and himself as Kohli’s “son.”
This cheeky image rapidly became the buzz of the stadium, with comments ranging from enjoyment and humor to some who perceived it as a purposeful attempt to incite and challenge Babar Azam. The banner not only reflected the competitive character of cricket but also underscored the everlasting rivalry between the cricketing powerhouses of India and Pakistan.
The event didn’t escape notice, particularly catching the attention of Pakistani journalist Farid Khan, who turned to Twitter to voice his strong displeasure. He tweeted, “How did they let this man bring this poster inside the stadium? This is ridiculous! Where are @BCCI and @ICC? @TheRealPCB should take action 👎👎👎 #CWC23 #PAKvsAUS.”
Farid Khan’s tweet stirred up quite a controversy, drawing in fans and media from both sides of the border, all eager to share their thoughts. This incident beautifully captured the strong emotions and fervent support that cricket commands in the subcontinent.
Here is how Indian fans reacted to his post:
Talking about the match then, Australia secured a convincing victory against Pakistan in a thrilling match, marking their second win in the tournament. The Australian opening duo of David Warner and Mitchell Marsh showcased a record-breaking partnership, amassing an impressive 259 runs and etching their names as the second-highest opening pair in World Cup history.
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Pakistan won the toss and opted to field on a wicket favoring batsmen. Despite the challenging conditions for bowlers, Australia managed to post a formidable total of 367/9 in their allotted 50 overs. David Warner stole the show with a breathtaking innings of 163 runs from 124 deliveries, well-supported by Mitchell Marsh’s splendid 121 off 108 balls. The Pakistani bowlers struggled to contain the aggressive Australian batsmen, with Shaheen Shah Afridi claiming five wickets and Haris Rauf taking three.
In response, Pakistan fell short of the target, getting bowled out for 305 in 45.3 overs. Abdullah Shafique contributed 64 runs, while Imam-ul-Haq added 70 to the scoreboard. However, it was Adam Zampa’s four crucial wickets that played a pivotal role in Australia’s triumphant performance.
