WEB DESK: Pakistan’s historic 2-0 victory over Australia in the ODI series, over remarkable achievement, Pakistani fans flooded social media, reveling in the triumph and taking playful digs at their rivals.
Led by Mohammad Rizwan, the Pakistani team accomplished what many legendary captains before him had failed to do, ending Australia’s dominance in the format on their home soil. The win not only brought immense joy to the nation but also offered Pakistani fans a chance to silence critics of their team.
The series started with a memorable moment when Australian commentators mocked Pakistan after Kamran Ghulam was dismissed by a sharp bouncer in the first ODI, with one saying, “This is not Multan, baby.” Little did they know, this phrase would soon come back to haunt them. After Pakistan sealed their historic win, fans took to social media to ridicule the commentator, turning his words into a viral moment and even playfully turning the tables on the Australians, saying, “This is not the IPL, baby.”
In the midst of celebrations, Pakistani fans couldn’t resist poking fun at former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan, who is often critical of Pakistan. They reminded him with a cheeky comment: “Today is Sunday,” referencing the day Pakistan triumphed over Australia while India was being defeated by South Africa at home.
Adding to the fun, a viral video of newly elected US President Donald Trump dancing was shared by fans, drawing even more amusement into the mix. Cricket memes flooded timelines, with fans reminiscing about key moments from the series, including Haris Rauf’s superb bowling performance, and the iconic “Superman” moment from Hassan Ali.
The humorous banter extended to Bollywood as well, with one user posting a picture of Indian actor Akshay Kumar alongside a playful jab about India’s recent defeat and Pakistan’s success. Another user shared a meme featuring Babar Azam and Haris Rauf, with the caption, “Under my captaincy, you used to score 90 runs,” highlighting Pakistan’s growing dominance.
Pakistan’s fast bowlers were instrumental in the historic win, claiming 26 wickets across the two matches. Haris Rauf, in particular, was a nightmare for Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, dismissing him three times in just nine balls. Rauf’s fierce pace saw Maxwell fail to score even a single run in two of his dismissals. Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, and Mohammad Hasnain also played crucial roles, ensuring Australia was consistently on the back foot.
This historic series victory, coupled with the infectious enthusiasm of the fans on social media, has left Australian and Indian critics eating humble pie, at least for now. Pakistan’s triumph is a powerful reminder of the unpredictability of cricket and the passion that fuels its fans.
