Ex-Pakistan all-rounder Shahid Afridi fulfilled a fan’s wish by giving his autograph on an Indian flag while holding the tricolour with much respect. Afridi, one of the finest Pakistani cricketers of all time, is currently leading Asia Lions in the star-studded Legends League Cricket (LLC 2023) in Qatar’s Doha. Despite sharing an intense on and off field rivalry, cricketers of both India and Pakistan share a significant fanbase in both countries.
Afridi's heartfelt gesture became an instant hit on the internet. "Little actions like these, bring the world closer and promote love and peace on the planet!Proud of you Lala," a fan hailed Afridi on Twitter. "Lala is great sportsman and true ambassador of love," another fan wrote.
'No Time For War and Fights': Shahid Afridi Calls Upon India To Visit Pakistan For Asia Cup 2023
With Pakistan designated to host Asia Cup 2023, BCCI secretary Jay Shah has already made it clear that team India won't be touring their neighbors for the tournament and that the mega ICC event will be played in a neutral venue.
Meanwhile, Shahid Afridi has called for India to visit Pakistan for Asia Cup 2023 and take the first steps in improving relations between the two nations.
"Bohot aachi baat hoti agar India aata. India ki taraf se ek step aata towards cricket and Pakistan. Ham toh chahte hei ki relationship better ho, ye koi ladai jhagde ka daur toh nhi hei. Aapas mein pyaar mohabat se khele hei. Mujhe yaad hei jab ham India aaye the outstanding response logo ki taraf. Agar aap ko 2005 ki series yaad ho bohot zabardast. Bhajji and Yuvi shopping and restraunts mein jaa rhe koi paise nahi le rha unse. Ye khobsurti hei dono desho ki," Afridi said in a press conference for the Legends League Cricket, TimesNow reported.