(Watch) Naveen-ul-Haq shows thumbs up after crowd chants Virat Kohli’s name in England Vs Afghanistan World Cup match.
The intense altercation that occurred between renowned Indian batsman Virat Kohli and Afghan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq during the 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) left a profound impact on the cricketing community. Naveen-ul-Haq, the 24-year-old pacer, faced widespread criticism for his behavior towards Kohli during the IPL. Consequently, as Afghanistan’s cricket team made their way to India to participate in the 2023 ODI World Cup, the anticipated showdown between Kohli and Naveen was a subject of great interest among cricket enthusiasts.
However, it appears that both players have mended fences with shaking hands and hugging out with each other , as they were observed embracing each other when India faced Afghanistan in this prestigious tournament. With the dispute now resolved, it is evident that Indian cricket fans have rallied behind Naveen-ul-Haq.
This was unmistakably apparent when Afghanistan played against England at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in the 13th game of the ODI World Cup on Sunday, October 15. In a heartwarming display of support, the spectators in the stadium began chanting Virat Kohli’s name in front of Naveen-ul-Haq . A viral video captured the moment, wherein the pacer could be seen smiling and graciously acknowledging the chants by showing thumbs up—an act that spoke volumes about the spirit of sportsmanship and reconciliation in cricket.
Here is the video