{"id":172744,"date":"2025-09-27T12:19:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-27T12:19:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/172744\/"},"modified":"2025-09-27T12:19:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-27T12:19:13","slug":"pakistans-shoaib-akhtar-calls-abhishek-sharma-as-abhishek-bachchan-on-live-tv-actors-reply-wins-internet-cricket-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/172744\/","title":{"rendered":"Pakistan’s Shoaib Akhtar Calls ‘Abhishek Sharma’ As ‘Abhishek Bachchan’ On Live TV, Actor’s Reply Wins Internet | Cricket News"},"content":{"rendered":"

In a hilarious mix-up on live television, Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan delivered a witty response after being confused with Indian opener Abhishek Sharma by former Pakistan speedster Shoaib Akhtar. The incident occurred during the cricket talk show Game On Hai, where Akhtar was analyzing Pakistan\u2019s strategy for the Asia Cup 2025 final against India. While discussing the game, Akhtar mistakenly referred to the young Indian batting sensation as the Bollywood star. In his analysis, the legendary pacer said, \u201cIf Pakistan get Abhishek Bachchan out early in a hypothetical situation, then what is going to happen with the middle order? Their middle order hasn\u2019t performed well.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Shoaib Akhtar bhai kaunsa le rahe hai samjh nhi aa raha hai<\/p>\n

If Pakistan gets Abhishek Bachchan out early<\/p>\n

Abhishek Sharma itna deeply ghus gaya hai dimag me inke ki hil gaye hai..#INDvsPAK<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/qLpWIplJT5<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/IXwqr5ym8M<\/a>
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\nThe slip of tongue left the entire show\u2019s panel, including the host and other guests, in bursts of laughter. They quickly clarified that Akhtar meant Abhishek Sharma, India\u2019s dashing opener who has been in scintillating form throughout the tournament with back-to-back half-centuries. However, the viral clip of Akhtar\u2019s on-air blunder spread like wildfire across social platforms, turning into one of the most talked-about moments of the Asia Cup build-up.
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Abhishek Bachchan\u2019s Hilarious Response

\nKnown for his humor and quick wit, Abhishek Bachchan responded to Akhtar\u2019s goof-up with a light-hearted jibe at the Pakistan cricket team. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), the Bollywood actor wrote:
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\u201cSir, with all due respect, don\u2019t think they\u2019ll even manage that! And I\u2019m not even good at playing cricket.\u201d
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Sir, with all due respect\u2026 don\u2019t think they\u2019ll even manage that! And I\u2019m not even good at playing cricket.\u00a0\u00a0https:\/\/t.co\/kTy2FgB10j<\/a>
\n\u2014(@juniorbachchan) September 26, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n

The actor\u2019s self-deprecating remark not only roasted Pakistan\u2019s current form but also won over fans online, who hailed his clever dig as the perfect response.
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Abhishek Sharma\u2019s Impactful Form

\nMeanwhile, the real star of India\u2019s batting, Abhishek Sharma, has been sensational in the Asia Cup 2025. Opening the innings, he has scored 248 runs in just five games at a strike rate of 206.67, including two half-centuries. His highest score of 75 came in India\u2019s 41-run win over Bangladesh, a result that officially sealed India\u2019s qualification for the final.
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Suryakumar Yadav\u2019s side has looked dominant throughout the tournament, winning all five matches, including two strong victories against arch-rivals Pakistan. Their most recent meeting ended decisively with India securing a comfortable six-wicket win, underlining their dominance and setting the tone for the high-profile final clash<\/p>\n