The excitement around the Asia Cup has been at its peak over the past few weeks, especially with the much-anticipated Pakistan vs. India clashes. With the two arch-rivals set to face off again in the final on Sunday, discussions and analysis from both sides of the border are flooding social media. But in the middle of all the cricket talk, a lighthearted moment involving former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar and Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has taken center stage.
While analyzing Pakistan’s strategy for the big game, Shoaib Akhtar accidentally took Abhishek Bachchan’s name instead of Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma. In his video, Akhtar said:
“If Pakistan takes Abhishek Bachchan’s wicket early on, their middle order is weak and Pakistan can make a better strategy.”
The slip of tongue quickly caught attention, and even Akhtar himself realized it mid-analysis, laughing it off. However, the internet was quick to turn it into a viral moment.
Abhishek Bachchan, known for his sharp wit on social media, didn’t miss the chance to respond. Sharing the clip on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, he wrote:
“Sir, with all due respect… don’t think they’ll even manage that! And I’m not even good at playing cricket.”
Adding to the humor, he further joked that even if Pakistan succeeded in dismissing Abhishek Sharma early, it wouldn’t guarantee them a win against India.
The actor’s cheeky response instantly won over fans, sparking laughter and memes across platforms. While cricket fever remains the main focus, this playful exchange between Shoaib Akhtar and Abhishek Bachchan has added a touch of humor to the high-pressure buildup before the final.