The atmosphere in Dubai has taken a nostalgic turn, reminiscent of the 1990s when India-Pakistan clashes were marked by fiery on-field emotions. Abhishek Sharma and Shaheen Afridi began exchanging words right after the first delivery of the second innings.
After years of cordial greetings and handshakes, the rivalry is showing its raw, passionate side once again.
Pakistan were fired up following the handshake controversy. Bowlers Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf showed heightened aggression, targeting Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma from the very first delivery.
However, the Indian openers were prepared to respond in kind. On the opening ball, Abhishek Sharma launched a powerful shot over the boundary and exchanged words with Shaheen Afridi, setting the tone for an intense contest.
Abhishek, Gill fight with Pak players
Abhishek Sharma has given a belt treatment with both bat and words. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/qfUgj0e4vS
— Vishal. (@SPORTYVISHAL) September 21, 2025
GILL 🔥🔥
Shaheen 🤡💩 pic.twitter.com/rpzraSuCRJ
— Yukti Patel (@Yukspatel) September 21, 2025
Abhishek sharma to shaheen Afridi: “jaa ball daal teri maa ki chut”😭😭 pic.twitter.com/c2o6MUQMC4
— ADITYA 🇮🇹 (@Wxtreme10) September 21, 2025
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