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The excitement surrounding the Asia Cup 2025 final between arch-rivals India and Pakistan reached a humorous high after former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar made a hilarious slip-up on live television. While analyzing the crucial role of the Indian opener, Akhtar mistakenly referred to him as Bollywood star Abhishek Bachchan, instead of cricketer Abhishek Sharma. The accidental mention instantly went viral, prompting a witty and “brutal” response from the actor that resonated with fans across social media.
Shoaib Akhtar confuses India cricketer Abhishek Sharma with Bollywood star
The incident occurred during the cricket talk show Game On Hai, where Akhtar was dissecting Pakistan’s chances against the unbeaten Indian side in the final. In a moment of on-air confusion, the former pacer said, “If Pakistan get Abhishek Bachchan out early in a hypothetical situation, then what is going to happen with the middle order? Their middle order hasn’t performed well.” The panel, host, and other guests instantly burst into laughter before quickly correcting Akhtar, clarifying that he meant the blistering young opener, Sharma. This gaffe happened as Akhtar was emphasizing the critical need to dismiss the in-form Indian opener, who is the tournament’s top scorer with 248 runs from five matches.
Shoaib Akhtar bhai kaunsa le rahe hai samjh nhi aa raha hai
If Pakistan gets Abhishek Bachchan out early
Abhishek Sharma itna deeply ghus gaya hai dimag me inke ki hil gaye hai..#INDvsPAK https://t.co/qLpWIplJT5 pic.twitter.com/IXwqr5ym8M
— AT10 (@Loyalsachfan10) September 26, 2025
Abhishek Bachchan’s witty response roasts the Pakistan team
Known for his sharp humor and active presence on social media, Bachchan quickly caught wind of the goof-up and delivered a perfect, tongue-in-cheek response on X (formerly Twitter). The actor’s witty remark served as a lighthearted roast of the Pakistan cricket team’s struggles against India this tournament. Responding to the clip, Bachchan wrote, “Sir, with all due respect, don’t think they’ll even manage that! And I’m not even good at playing cricket.” The actor, who is also a passionate sports team owner, added a fun twist to the heated rivalry, giving fans a hearty chuckle while subtly highlighting India’s on-field dominance leading into the high-stakes final.
Sir, with all due respect… don’t think they’ll even manage that! And I’m not even good at playing cricket. 🙏🏽 https://t.co/kTy2FgB10j
— Abhishek 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 (@juniorbachchan) September 26, 2025
Akhtar’s final plea: Break India’s aura in the Asia Cup 2025 final
Beyond the humor, Akhtar’s core message to his national team ahead of the final was serious and direct. Having criticized the team’s performances for weeks, he urged them to discard their defeatist mentality and display the same “fighting spirit” they showed in their Super 4 victory over Bangladesh.
Akhtar emphasized the psychological battle, saying, “We need to break out of this mindset, break down the hawa (aura) that has been built around the Indian team, and go in with the same attitude we had today against Bangladesh. Take India on.” He concluded his final instructions by stressing an aggressive mindset, adding, “And please remember we don’t need to go in thinking we have to bowl 20 overs. No! We need to get them out. When you go out to get them out, even India will realise they have to fight to score runs and that they won’t get any free runs.”
