Afridi’s Remarks on Dhawan, Singh Spark Controversy Ahead of Asia Cup

The upcoming Asia Cup 2025, featuring the highly anticipated India-Pakistan match on September 14th at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, has generated considerable excitement, especially given the backdrop of the Pahalgam terror attack and India’s Operation Sindoor. Shahid Afridi has added fuel to the fire by criticizing Indian cricketers, particularly Shikhar Dhawan and Yuvraj Singh. He commented on the last-minute cancellation of the World Championship of Legends match against Pakistan, suggesting one individual, identified as Dhawan, was the cause. Afridi expressed his belief that cricket should serve to strengthen relationships between the two nations. He questioned the reasoning behind the cancellation, considering that fans had purchased tickets and players had already prepared. He further elaborated on the pressures faced by some Indian players, including threats and constant attempts to prove their allegiance. Afridi also observed that some of these players are now involved in commentary during the ongoing Asia Cup.