Pakistani opening batsman Fakhar Zaman scored a career-best 91 and mustered immense appreciation from everyone in the final of the Twenty20 tri-series at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday.
However, when former Indian cricketer Mohammad Kaif praised the Pakistani team, particularly Fakhar Zaman, for his valiant effort, he instantly became a victim to internet trolls.
Kaif in a recent post, lauding Zaman’s performance, posted:
However, Kaif’s post drew a lot of ire:
During the finale, Zaman was made Man of the Match for his spectacular performance. He scored a stunning 91 off 46 balls before being dismissed by Jhye Richardson.
Apart from Zaman, Pakistan's experienced batsman Shoaib Malik scored an unbeaten 43 off 37 balls.