A fresh controversy erupted during the final match of the Asia Cup 2025 between India and Pakistan on Sunday, as Pakistan’s fast bowlers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf were caught on camera chatting during the Indian national anthem. The incident has ignited a wave of backlash while the high-stakes match is still underway. The moment sparked outrage among fans, many of whom took to X to express their anger. Netizens have claimed that the Pakistani players showed disrespect during a highly sensitive occasion.
Here’s what Shaheen and Haris did
The two teams had lined up for their national anthems after the toss, with Pakistan’s anthem played first, followed by India’s. While most players stood respectfully in silence, cameras captured Pakistan pacers Shaheen Shah Afridi and Haris Rauf