Actor Kumail Nanjiani supported Pakistan against India
- By Web Desk -
- Oct 26, 2021
American actor of Pakistani origin Kumail Nanjiani was among the several celebrities who enjoyed Pakistan’s stunning T20 World Cup victory against India.
He was keeping a close eye on the high octane game between the two Asian sides, which later became a one-sided affair as Pakistan beat India comfortably by 10 wickets for the first time ever in a world cup match.
The Eternals star began his thread of commentary by saying that Babar Azam-led side needs to complete the 152-run chase early instead of dragging it till the end.
Ok Pakistan needs to finish this up now. Let’s not leave it to the end.
— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) October 24, 2021
As Pakistan neared an early victory, he said the former champions heard his voice.
I think they heard me
— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) October 24, 2021
The comedian said the match was fantastic, adding that it was heartwarming to see Pakistan and India on the field together.
👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😭😭😭
Fantastic game.
And beautiful to see India and Pakistan on the field together.
— Kumail Nanjiani (@kumailn) October 24, 2021
Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar and Preity Zinta along with boxer Amir Khan and “Maaro Mujhe Maaro” guy Momin Saqib were seen in the stadium.
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India, being sent to bat first, scored 151-7 in their allotted 20 overs with the team skipper Virat Kohli top-scoring with 57 from 49 runs. Shaheen Shah Afridi, who was named the player of the match, was the pick of the bowlers with his three-wicket haul.
It turned out to be a one-sided affair as the Babar Azam-led side chased the 152-run target in just 17.5 overs with all wickets intact. His deputy Mohammad Rizwan made 55-ball 70 while the captain made 68 from 52 deliveries.