WATCH: Irfan Pathan’s heartfelt gesture to Pakistan fan Jahid resonates worldwide

In a touching display of sportsmanship following the World Championship of Legends (WCL) 2024 final between India Champions and Pakistan Champions, former Indian cricket star Irfan Pathan exhibited a gesture that resonated deeply with fans worldwide. Pathan, who played a pivotal role in India’s victory, gifted his signed cap to a differently-abled Pakistan fan named Jahid.

Irfan Pathan signs his cap and gifts to Pakistani fan in a heartfelt moment

Pathan personally signed his cap for Jahid after the match, underscoring the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie that transcends on-field rivalries. The video of the exchange quickly went viral, drawing praise from fans and commentators alike for its sincerity and compassion.

The final not only showcased thrilling cricket but also celebrated the spirit of sportsmanship and compassion, exemplified by Pathan’s gesture towards a passionate fan. His act serves as a reminder of the broader values that define cricket beyond mere competition.

Here is the video:

Good to see Irfan Pathan gifting his cap to die hard cricket fan (differently abled). Jahid. A beautiful video 😍 pic.twitter.com/JvZyBelvFF

— Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cricket) July 15, 2024

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During the final, Pathan’s contributions were instrumental in India’s triumph. He remained not out at a crucial stage of the match, scoring 5 runs in the second innings. Additionally, Pathan’s bowling performance was stellar, as he took one wicket in his three overs, conceding only 12 runs with an economy rate of 4. His pivotal moment came when he dismissed Pakistan Champions’ captain Younis Khan, who had scored just 7 runs at the time.

India emerged victorious in the inaugural World Championship of Legends, chasing down Pakistan’s target of 157 runs in the 20th over of the second innings. The Indian team reached a score of 159/5, largely propelled by Ambati Rayudu‘s stellar knock of 50 runs off 30 balls, boasting a strike rate of 166.67.