The cricketing world witnessed a thrilling showdown as Australia emerged victorious against Afghanistan in a nail-biting encounter at the Wankhede Cricket Stadium in Mumbai.
However, it was former Indian cricketer and commentator Irfan Pathan who found himself in the spotlight, facing the wrath of netizens as Afghanistan succumbed to a historic defeat at the hands of the Aussies.
Prior to Afghanistan's encounter with Australia, former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan was embroiled in a heated debate within the cricket community.
This controversy stemmed from his exuberant celebration alongside Afghanistan's star spinner, Rashid Khan, after their historic victory over Pakistan at the Chepauk Stadium in Chennai.
Netizens go gaga
Social media platforms were inundated with a barrage of memes, some in jest, and others in criticism, as fans shared their opinions on the former cricketer's celebratory escapades.
The memes have taken over the internet, making Irfan Pathan's dance a viral sensation.
Irfan pathan in Australian dressing room #AUSvAFG
— विजय (@bijjuu11) November 7, 2023
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Glenn Maxwell feeling pity for Irfan Pathan and Rashid Khan for ruining their tonight’s dance performance. #Maxwell #AUSvsAFG #CWC2023 pic.twitter.com/VbiQd7qcf5
— Maham Gillani (@DheetAfridian) November 7, 2023
Irfan Pathan felling sad with 1.4 billion#IrfanPathan #AUSvAFG pic.twitter.com/kxizszuVRm
— Sultan Khan (@MainHoonSultan7) November 7, 2023
— LB Freaky and 4 others (@lbfreaky) November 7, 2023