Former Pakistan cricket star Shahid Afridi recently found himself in a funny situation during a guessing game at the World Champion of Legends (WCL) tournament in England. While playing the game with an Indian presenter, Afridi struggled to recognize some of India’s rising cricket stars, leading to some amusing comments. This incident, which quickly went viral, showcased Afridi’s confusion and light-hearted moments with Indian cricketers Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma.
Shahid Afridi’s Confusion with Shubman Gill
During the game, Afridi was asked to identify Shubman Gill, a young cricketer who has been making headlines with his outstanding performances. Known as the “Prince of Indian Cricket,” Gill has been impressive both in international matches and the IPL, where he leads the Gujarat Titans. Despite his achievements, Afridi initially dismissed him as a “Chota Bacha” (small kid) before finally recognizing him as Shubman Gill.
Abhishek Bachan 😂😂pic.twitter.com/JOliaYKP0a
— Ù°Imran Siddique (@imransiddique89) July 10, 2024
Mistaking Abhishek Sharma for Abhishek Bachchan
Afridi’s confusion didn’t stop there. When it came to identifying Abhishek Sharma, another young talent who shone in the IPL 2024 with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Afridi hilariously called him ‘Abhishek Bachchan.’ Despite Sharma’s significant contributions to his team’s success and earning a call-up to the Indian national team, Afridi failed to recognize him correctly, leading to another humorous moment.
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Looking Ahead to WCL Semi-Finals
The World Champion of Legends (WCL) tournament is heating up, with Pakistan Champions set to face West Indies Champions in the first semi-final at the County Ground in Northampton on July 12. Cricket fans are eagerly awaiting this clash, hoping for more thrilling performances and perhaps a few more light-hearted moments like Afridi’s mix-ups.
