Pakistan Cricket Board Chairman Mohsin Naqvi stirred up fresh trouble with his Instagram story featuring Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo’s celebration emote, highlighting the fighter jet gesture. The move is being seen as a clear provocation, almost like an attempt to justify what his Pakistan players have already triggered, facing heavy backlash.
The India vs Pakistan clash at this Asia Cup is more than just bat and ball. Provocative celebrations by Pakistan players on the field have led to altercations with Indian players, especially during the Super Fours clash..
Fighter Jet and ‘6-0’ Gestures Stir the Crowd
Last Sunday, Rauf sparked controversy with a series of gestures aimed at Indian fans during the Super Four clash at the Dubai International Stadium. He repeatedly made fighter-jet signs near the boundary and, after dismissing Sanju Samson, flashed ‘6-0’ to the crowd — a clear nod to the false propaganda claiming six Indian jets were shot down during Operation Sindoor.
This wasn’t a one-off: during Pakistan’s training at the ICC Academy a day before the match, Rauf was reportedly heard shouting ‘6-0’ multiple times. Adding fuel to the fire, opener Sahibzada Farhan celebrated his fifty with a gun-firing gesture against India in the same game.
PCB Chief Faces Criticism Over Support for Players’ Actions
Amid this, the PCB chief’s actions, which appeared to justify his players' provocative celebrations, have caused further controversy. Mohsin Naqvi has been questioned by fans over his ethics, adding more fuel to an already heated debate..
A potential India vs Pakistan clash could happen in the Asia Cup finals if the Men in Green defeat Bangladesh in their final Super Fours clash at the Dubai International Stadium. With India already dominating Pakistan with two one-sided wins, another big-stage meeting could well end in a similar result, as Pakistan struggles with consistency.
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