‘Celebration ki bhi limit hoti hai’ – Fans react as Bangladeshi Cricket superfan ‘Tiger Shoaib’ faces harassment from Indian spectators in Pune

The ongoing ODI Cricket World Cup brought together India and Bangladesh in a gripping encounter at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune on October 19. While the match provided moments of excitement and fierce competition, it was marred by a shocking incident that has drawn widespread condemnation.

In a distressing video that has circulated on social media, a passionate Bangladesh fan, Shoaib Ali, affectionately known as ‘Tiger Shoaib,’ was subjected to harassment by a group of Indian fans. The video depicted the Indian fans tearing apart Shoaib’s tiger mascot and relentlessly mocking him. The incident has left the cricketing community and fans disheartened, as it stands in stark contrast to the spirit of sportsmanship and unity that cricket usually represents.

Watch the video here:

Cricket, known for its passionate and diverse fan base, has always celebrated the camaraderie among supporters of different teams. The unfortunate incident involving ‘Tiger Shoaib’ serves as a stark reminder that respect, sportsmanship, and fair play should always be at the heart of the game, transcending borders and rivalries.

Brilliant batting performance by India

Talking about the match, Bangladesh won the toss and elected to field first. They posted a total of 256 runs in the first innings, setting a challenging target of 257 for India. Despite this target, Indian skipper and opener, Rohit Sharma, quickly asserted control with a blistering 40-ball 48. 

However. The 36-year-old batter lost his wicket while attempting to smash a six, but India was hardly tested in their chase. Shubman Gill contributed a crucial half-century, while Virat Kohli continued his stellar ODI record by scoring his 48th century. KL Rahul played a vital role with an unbeaten 34*, ensuring India’s victory.

Despite the spirited performance by Bangladesh, they were unable to truly challenge India’s formidable batting lineup, resulting in their third consecutive loss in the tournament. India, on the other hand, remains dominant and undefeated in the competition, achieving four successful chases in as many matches.

Here’s how fans reacted: