Pakistan’s crushing six-wicket defeat to India in the do-or-die Champions Trophy 2025 match in Dubai left millions of Pakistani cricket fans heartbroken.
Among them, one passionate supporter, Faryal Waqar, gained widespread attention for her emotional reaction outside the Dubai International Stadium.
A Dubai-based educationist of Pakistani origin, Faryal, who teaches at a UAE-based American university, was recorded by Geo News expressing her disappointment.
She remarked that Pakistan’s campaign had been dismal, leaving fans with nothing positive to take from the tournament. Her frustration grew as she suggested that the team’s performance had sunk so low that even a loss to Bangladesh seemed possible.
The video quickly gained traction across social media, drawing attention not just for her words but also due to her striking resemblance to Bollywood stars like Deepika Padukone and Kriti Sanon.
The debate over her resemblance dominated online discussions, while Indian media outlets flooded her with interview requests.
Despite the viral attention, Faryal emphasized that her love for cricket and sportsmanship mattered more than the comparisons.
At another match between New Zealand and India, she sported both Indian and Pakistani flags on her cheeks as a symbol of unity, reinforcing her belief in the unifying spirit of cricket.
With her heartfelt reactions and calls for harmony in sport, Faryal’s viral moment has transcended the boundaries of rivalry, leaving a lasting impression on the cricketing world.
