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Viral Video: When the relationship between the two countries is at a low point on the cricket field, the former cricketers of India and Pakistan exchange warm courtesy.
KOLKATA: This tradition didn’t start in his time, he still doesn’t like this display of animosity – explained Rohit Sharma. Cricket is said to be a gentleman’s game – where courtesy never trumps personal or any kind of outrage. Former Pakistan cricketers Wasim Akram and Rohit Sharma hug each other before the T20 World Cup mega match in Colombo on Sunday, February 15. The pair were seen sharing warm hugs, handshakes and brief interactions at the pre-match event The heartwarming moment has gone viral on social media.
Rohit was in Colombo as the brand ambassador for the T20 World Cup and generated intense buzz ahead of cricket’s greatest clash. Akram spent time in the Indian camp, greeting cricketers and support staff with warm smiles and handshakes.
Watch the video of that warm moment
The moment that caught everyone’s attention was her interaction with Akram. It was the responsibility of Rohit and Pakistan’s great, Sanjay Gupta, to walk out with the T20 World Cup trophy ahead of the India vs Pakistan match.
And. Ahead of the official ceremony at the Premadasa Stadium, Rohit and Akram shared a brief chat, took pictures and embraced, a moment that sparked mixed reactions from online fans.
Not only Rohit, Akram Gupta was also hugged.
Meanwhile, Ishan Kisan’s supersonic 77 (40 balls) on a tough Premadasa track was worth gold, taking India to a competitive 175/7 when asked to bat first. It was one of the most entertaining T20 innings by an Indian batsman if one considers the level of difficulty.
Kolkata, West Bengal
Feb 16, 2026 11:55 AM IST
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