[WATCH]- Shoaib Akhtar And Harbhajan Singh Have Fun On The Field At ILT20 2025

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar was spotted enjoying some playful moments with former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh during the ongoing ILT20 2025. Despite the fierce rivalry between India and Pakistan on the cricket field, Akhtar and Harbhajan have developed a strong friendship over the years.

In a video shared on his official Instagram account, the 49-year-old Akhtar can be seen chasing the 44-year-old Harbhajan around the field. He also playfully grabbed his close friend’s neck. Akhtar captioned the post:

“Boys just having fun!”

 

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Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh, ambassadors for ILT20 2025 and part of the commentary panel, had a fierce on-field rivalry. A memorable moment came during the 2010 Asia Cup when Harbhajan hit crucial sixes off Akhtar’s bowling, helping India secure a thrilling last-over win.

After hitting the match-winning shot, Harbhajan celebrated with a roar, a strong stare at Akhtar, and a clenched fist. India won by three wickets.

‘Indian Cricket Is Incomplete Without You’: Shoaib Akhtar Hails Sourav Ganguly

Netflix recently unveiled the trailer for their web series highlighting the cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan, with former India captain Sourav Ganguly featured prominently.

In the trailer, Ganguly reflects on how the cricket series between India and Pakistan was initially promoted as a friendship series, but there was no friendship on the field, referencing Shoaib Akhtar’s intense bowling spells.

Akhtar shared the trailer on the social media platform X and showered Ganguly with praise, stating that Indian cricket would be incomplete without him, highlighting his immense contribution and leadership. The 49-year-old wrote:

“Dada @SGanguly99 you’re awesome. Indian cricket is incomplete without you.”

Dada @SGanguly99 you're awesome. Indian cricket is incomplete without you. pic.twitter.com/tRtb58EGp2

— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) January 29, 2025

The documentary series, directed by Chandradev Bhagat and Stewart Sugg, is scheduled for release on February 7.

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