Wasim Akram
Wasim Akram, Harbhajan & Sreesanth Dance Clip Resurfaces (Credits : "X")

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The video sparked a flurry of reactions, with some viewers criticising the timing of its circulation.

India and Pakistan will clash in the Asia Cup T20 on September 14, a contest that always sparks huge excitement. However, the atmosphere around this particular match is noticeably different.

Currently, the two rivals only meet during major tournaments organised by the ICC or the Asian Cricket Council. Tensions flared earlier this year following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, which led to diplomatic strain between the two nations. In response, the BCCI and Team India were urged to reconsider their participation in the Asia Cup fixture against Pakistan. The matches between the two teams in the World Championship of Legends were also called off.

Amid these developments, a video showing Wasim Akram dancing with former Indian players Harbhajan Singh, Sreesanth, and Pragyan Ojha went viral on social media. The video sparked a flurry of reactions, with some viewers criticising the timing of its circulation.

Crictoday couldn’t confirm the date or location of the clip, but AI platform Grok suggested that the footage is not recent. According to Grok, the “Video likely originates from around 20 March 2023, captured during a post-final celebration at the Legends League Cricket Masters event in Doha, Qatar. It’s an older clip that’s gone viral recently”.

Wasim Akram is hoping to see an entertaining India–Pakistan clash at the Asia Cup 2025. It will be their first meeting since the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 civilians, a tragedy that further strained cricketing ties.

“I’m confident the upcoming matches will be thrilling, as India-Pakistan games always are. However, I hope both the players and the supporters show restraint and maintain proper conduct. Just as Indian fans are passionate and want their team to win, Pakistan supporters feel the same. India are in form, but ultimately, the team that manages the pressure better on the day will come out on top,” Akram said to Telecom Asia Sport.

V M Suriya Narayanan is a passionate cricket writer who has been following the game since 2007. With a background in Civil Engineering (B.E.), he blends analytical thinking with a deep understanding of...