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Harsha Bhogle puts rude Pakistani fan in his place with classy tweet
Indian commentator Harsha Bhogle is known for his opinions on the game most eloquently. It takes a lot to rattle the soft-spoken cricket expert as Harsha Bhogle always has a smile on his face at all times.
One Pakistani fan though came up with a tweet trying to mock the Indian cricket team. Harsha Bhogle spotted that tweet and in a gentle way put the Pakistani fan in his place. Ever since the reply was posted.
Harsha Bhogle’s reply wins hearts –
Farooq Khan was put in his place by Indian commentator Harsha Bhogle. The Pakistani fan had taken to Twitter to post the video of India getting all-out for 36 in 2022. The entire incident took place during the 1st test of India’s tour of Australia in 2020.
The so-called Pakistani fan in question took to Twitter and wrote “In case you are having a bad day enjoy this India team humiliation by Australia”. This tweet did not sit down well with Harsha Bhogle.
I am glad you put this out Farooq because it led to one of the greatest performances in Test history. This is a case study on how you convert adversity into match winning performances through great courage, outstanding leadership and self-belief. When you have that pride, you… https://t.co/qXLZTccyjI
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) December 6, 2023
In his way, Harsha Bhogle tweeted back “I am glad you put this out Farooq because it led to one of the greatest performances in Test history. This is a case study on how you convert adversity into match-winning performances through great courage, outstanding leadership and self-belief. When you have that pride, you find new heights”
Harsha Bhogle continued by saying “When you seek joy in someone else’s adversity, you remain small and petty. So think big, think class, you might just find a wonderful world. Hopefully ….,”
Pakistan Cricket team began their tour of Australia with the warm-up match against Prime Ministers XI. The men in green ended the day at 324/6 in Canberra to begin the tour in grand style.
Imam Ul Haq was out for 9 but Abdullah Shafique scored 38 runs before becoming the 2nd wicket of the day. Babar Azam scored 40 before getting out to Jordan Bedingham. Skipper Shan Masood was not out on 156 runs from 235 with 13 fours and a six to lay down the marker early. Former skipper Sarfaraz Ahmed scored 41 before he was sent back to the pavilion. Young seamer Jordan Bedingham ended the 1st day with 3 wickets to his name.