A Pakistani fan, Arshad Muhammad Hanif, stole the hearts of Indians with an endearing gesture for the Indian team during the match on Sunday. (Image Source: Instagram/arshadmuhammadhanif)
A heartwarming moment from the ICC Women's World Cup final between India and South Africa has gone viral, showing cricket is a sport that binds people across borders.
A Pakistani fan, Arshad Muhammad Hanif, stole the hearts of Indians with an endearing gesture for the Indian team during the match on Sunday.
In one of the most widely shared videos on social media, Arshad was seen sporting a Pakistan cricket jersey and enthusiastically cheering for the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian side.
But what really touched a chord with fans was the moment he rose and sang the Indian national anthem ahead of the start of the final. His impromptu act of respect and support went viral across platforms in no time, drawing admiration from fans in both countries.
Arshad's gesture reminded one of the deeper spirit of the sport: cricket is not all about rivalry; it is about respect, unity, and love for the game. Several fans said such moments show how sport can break barriers and bond hearts across borders, especially for countries with long-standing competition.
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India celebrated the women’s cricket team’s historic first World Cup victory, with top sportspersons, politicians, CEOs, and Bollywood stars hailing the triumph as a defining moment that can inspire an entire generation.
It marked a significant milestone for Indian women’s cricket as the years of hard work and near misses culminated in triumph and history. The team defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final on Sunday night to become only the fourth team to win the ODI title.
The BCCI announced on Monday a cash award of Rs 51 crore for the Harmanpreet Kaur-led squad and its support staff. The BCCI also appreciated the tireless effort of Jay Shah, who, as board secretary and now chairman of the ICC, contributed significantly to the cause of promoting women’s cricket in India.
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