Amid the intense showdown between Virat Kohli and Naveen ul Haq during the IPL 2023, there was an unexpected twist. In a recent revelation on a podcast, Pakistan cricket team star Imam-ul-Haq shared that his teammate, Agha Ali Salman, took the initiative to ease tensions. Agha Ali Salman reached out to Virat Kohli on Instagram, urging him to take it easy after the viral spat, saying,

“Kohli, bacche easy ho ja. Kya ho gaya hai.”

The unexpected message adds a touch of camaraderie to the heated moment.

Contrary to expectations, the tension between Virat Kohli and Naveen Ul Haq took a heartwarming turn at the Cricket World Cup. The anticipated face-off during the India vs Afghanistan clash became a moment of beauty when Kohli and Naveen Ul Haq embraced each other, a scene that quickly went viral.

In an interview with Lucknow Super Giants, Naveen ul Haq shed light on how Kohli played a crucial role in settling their differences. Recounting the on-field spat, Naveen revealed,

“He said, ‘let’s finish it.’ I said, ‘Yes, let’s finish it.’ So we laughed about it, we hugged, and we moved on. He said, ‘Now after this, you won’t hear my name,’ and that, ‘You’ll only get support from the crowd.’ I said, ‘Yeah’ (smiles).”

Naveen’s account adds a touch of sportsmanship to the narrative, emphasizing the unity within the cricketing fraternity.

Naveen Ul Haq also acknowledged the unexpected support the Afghanistan cricket team received in India. Despite not getting support in one game against India in Delhi, he expressed gratitude for the home-like feeling received in every other match. The camaraderie extended beyond the players, as Indian cricket fans, following Kohli’s lead, cheered for Naveen during a Cricket World Cup match against England in New Delhi.

The unity and unexpected turn of events culminated in one of the most memorable Cricket World Cup shocks. Afghanistan’s remarkable 69-run victory against defending champions England was celebrated with resounding cheers from the crowd. This triumphant moment showcased the power of sports to transcend rivalries and unite fans in the spirit of the game.