PAK vs AFG: Pakistan faces fan fury after Afghanistan’s win

WEB DESK: During the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 in Chennai, on Monday, Afghanistan secured a convincing eight-wicket victory over Pakistan, leaving cricket fans disappointed.

In pursuit of a target of 283 runs, Afghanistan showcased remarkable batting prowess, led by the outstanding performances of Ibrahim Zadran (87), Rahmat Shah (77 not out), Rahmanullah Gurbaz (65), and skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi (48 not out). Their collective effort enabled Afghanistan to achieve victory with six balls to spare.

The defeat leaves both Afghanistan and Pakistan with identical records of two wins and three losses from their five group stage matches. Afghanistan had previously made waves by stunning defending champions England earlier in the tournament.

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The disappointment among fans is palpable, with some questioning the Babar Azam-led side’s claim to a top-four position, while others express concerns about the Men In Green’s prospects for a comeback following this significant setback.

Fan reactions: adding humour to an ’embarrassing’ defeat

Fans are feeling let down and furious. Let’s explore their responses in the below.

Aur kitna support karei?Out of the way ja kar Pakistan Cricket Team ko support kia jata hy. Superstar status players ko dia jata hy. Lekin Pakistani fans phir superstars wali performance bhi expect karte hei. WorldCup Pakistan lana expect karte hei! Pakistan is sad today!🥲#CWC23

— Arfa Feroz Zake (@ArfaSays_) October 23, 2023

You only miss the sun when it starts to snow. #PAKvsAFG pic.twitter.com/L72QyWML2Y

— Himanshu Pareek (@Sports_Himanshu) October 23, 2023

Very professional cricket by Afghan team Congratulations! You deserve victory. Team green disappointed fans throughout the world cup. Good luck next time. #PAKvsAFG

— Muhammad Daud Khan (@daudpasaney) October 23, 2023

Meri tauba ayinda cricket dekhi toh.#PAKvsAFG pic.twitter.com/dWHq3ktnKv

— Afnan_🇵🇰🇵🇸 (@Bajwa_56) October 23, 2023

This meme is ultimate🤣
It seems Pakistan cricket team is made for this meme after every match 🤣🤣

Repost this to send lanat to Pakistan team🤣🤣
Tap ❤️ to see magic#PAKvsAFG #AFGvPAK #CWC2023 #BrandedFeatures   #BabarAzam𓃵 #RashidKhan #PKMKBForever #ShaheenShahAfridi pic.twitter.com/TMbd8dSQTc

— unblemish (@bhadrauli) October 23, 2023

#PAKvsAFG pic.twitter.com/0PxhAOCQo4

— Shivani (@meme_ki_diwani) October 23, 2023

This Babar Azam-led team doesn't deserve to be in top 4 #PAKvsAFG #CWC2023

— Wasif Shakil (@Wasifshakil) October 23, 2023