Aakash Chopra criticises Pakistan PM over Hong Kong Sixes victory post
Former cricketer Aakash Chopra pointed out that Pakistan lost its opening match against the UAE during the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes tournament.
Former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra criticised Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on X after the Prime Minister congratulated the Pakistan team for defeating India in the 2026 Hong Kong Sixes tournament.
According to The Times of India, Sharif praised the team for a four-wicket victory in the opening clash of the six-a-side tournament. The Prime Minister also commended PCB Chairman Mohsin Naqvi and his team for their efforts.
Chopra questioned the celebration by noting that Pakistan had lost its opening match of the tournament to the United Arab Emirates. He also remarked that the Prime Minister's focus on the event reflected the current standard of Pakistan cricket.
In the match against India, Pakistan captain Abbas Afridi won the toss and elected to bowl. India scored 88/5 in six overs, with Shashank Singh making 40 off 11 balls.
Pakistan chased the target of 89 in 3.5 overs to win by four wickets. Khawaja Nafay scored 41 off 12 balls, while captain Abbas Afridi made 35 off eight deliveries.
