In a move that has sparked controversy in the cricketing world, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that the Indian national team will not be travelling to Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. This decision has drawn criticism from various quarters in Pakistan, with several journalists and former cricketers targeting Harbhajan Singh for his support of the BCCI’s stance.
Harbhajan Singh’s Brutal Dig at Babar Azam
Harbhajan Singh, known for his outspoken nature, has not shied away from hitting back at his critics. The veteran spinner recently slammed a Pakistani fan who claimed that Babar Azam refused to give an interview to Irfan Pathan during the ODI World Cup 2023 match in India. Harbhajan wasted no time in rebuking the fan, writing, “Where is @IrfanPathan in this video ?? Bolne ki tameez to aap logo ko pehle hi nahi thi. Ab aankho se dikhna bi bandh ho gya kya? Waise bi agar angreji mai swal pooch liya to pange pad jayenge.”
Harbhajan’s response, which directly questioned the fan’s claims and mocked the lack of etiquette among Pakistani fans, has gone viral on social media, sparking a massive buzz across various platforms.
Harbhajan’s Befitting Reply to Pakistan Journalist
In another incident, a Pakistani journalist attempted to troll Harbhajan Singh for his support of the BCCI‘s decision. However, the legendary cricketer was quick to deliver a scathing response, writing, “No not for this . Cricket Mai Jeet har lagi rehti hai. I will tell u the real problem is this . Check the photo. Now get the F…. out of here . F ka Matlab samaj aa gya hoga ya samjau? F means ur name . Plz don’t think what u r thinking the meaning of F. You know what I mean Peace.”
Harbhajan’s message, which included a cryptic reference to an image and a not-so-subtle expletive directed at the journalist, left no room for misinterpretation. His unwavering stance and refusal to back down in the face of criticism have earned him the respect of Indian fans, who have rallied behind him in support of the BCCI’s decision.
Harbhajan’s Support for BCCI’s Decision
Harbhajan Singh has been vocal in his support for the BCCI’s decision not to send the Indian team to Pakistan for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The former cricketer believes that the safety and security of the players are of paramount importance and that the BCCI is well within its rights to make such a decision based on the prevailing circumstances.
In a statement released earlier, Harbhajan said, “The BCCI has made the right call in prioritizing the safety and well-being of our players. We cannot compromise on these aspects, and the decision to not send the team to Pakistan is a prudent one. As an Indian cricketer, I stand firmly behind the BCCI and their commitment to ensuring the best possible environment for our team to compete.”
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