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Aakash Chopra's Savage Reply to Pak PM: "Your Only Flex" Amid SL Win

Aakash Chopra delivered a sharp response to Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's celebratory message about their ODI series win against Sri Lanka. The former cricketer subtly mocked the PM's enthusiasm by calling it "your only flex." This comment serves as a reminder of Pakistan's disappointing performances in major ICC tournaments in recent years. Since their 2017 Champions Trophy victory, Pakistan has consistently failed to advance beyond group stages in World Cups.

Key Points: Aakash Chopra Mocks Shehbaz Sharif Over Pakistan Cricket Win

  • Pakistan secured ODI series victory against Sri Lanka with 8-wicket win
  • PM Shehbaz Sharif praised PCB chairman and team efforts on social media
  • Chopra's response highlights Pakistan's poor ICC tournament record since 2017
  • Pakistan eliminated early in recent World Cups and Champions Trophy events
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Your only flex: Aakash Chopra's sharp response to PM Sharif's message for Pakistan's series win over SL

Former cricketer Aakash Chopra takes sharp dig at Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's celebratory post after ODI series win against Sri Lanka.

"When winning a bilateral series is your only flex. - Aakash Chopra"

New Delhi, November 15

Former cricketer-turned commentator Aakash Chopra took a sharp jibe at Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and the Pakistani team for his congratulatory message for the Men in Green for their ODI series win over Sri Lanka.

On Friday, Pakistan raced to an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match ODI series with a commanding 8-wicket victory at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Sharif, on Saturday, took to X and congratulated Pakistan for their "wonderful display" and success.

The Pakistan PM showered praise on the PCB chairman and the country's Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi and his team, for their "great efforts". Sharif extended special thanks to Sri Lanka for contesting in the series in the wake of the explosion at the district and sessions court in Islamabad's G-11 area hours before the series opener earlier this week.

Subsequently, the series was rescheduled to November 14 and 16. According to Sharif, Sri Lanka's participation in the series showcases the "enduring friendship" between the two nations.

"I congratulate our national team on winning the ODI series against Sri Lanka, and I commend Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi and his entire team for their great efforts. It was a wonderful display of cricket's unifying spirit. My special thanks to the Sri Lankan players and management. Their participation once again reflects the enduring friendship between our two nations," Sharif wrote on X.

Chopra was quick to respond to Sharif's remark and took a subtle dig at him with a post on X, which read, "When winning a bilateral series is your only flex."

https://x.com/cricketaakash/status/1989557285387940055?s=20

The 48-year-old's remark served as a poignant reminder of Pakistan's dismal odyssey in the ICC tournaments. Since lifting the Champions Trophy in 2017, Pakistan has returned home empty-handed in every single event that they have contested in.

Pakistan were knocked out of the 2021 T20 World Cup semi-finals and were unceremoniously ousted the following year by England in the final. In the 2023 ODI World Cup, 2024 T20 World Cup and 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, Pakistan's campaign concluded in the group stage.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate Aakash's wit, maybe we should let Pakistan enjoy their moment? Every team celebrates their wins, big or small. Our Indian team also celebrates bilateral series victories. The focus should be on good cricket rather than political digs.
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Rohit P
Aakash bhai ne sahi kaha! Pakistan team ko ICC tournaments mein performance improve karni chahiye. 2017 ke baad koi bada trophy nahi jeeti hai. Bilateral series jeetna achha hai, lekin World Cup jeetna alag baat hai. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, I think we should appreciate that cricket continues despite security concerns. The fact that Sri Lanka played after the explosion shows the spirit of the game. Aakash's comment was funny but maybe a bit harsh.
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Vikram M
Aakash Chopra's tweet is pure gold! 😂 When your PM has to congratulate you for beating Sri Lanka in a bilateral series, you know your cricket standards have fallen. India-Pakistan rivalry aside, this is just facts - they need to perform in major tournaments.
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Michael C
Interesting perspective from Aakash. While the comment is witty, I wonder if it's necessary to mock another country's achievements. Cricket should bring nations together, not create more divisions. Both teams have their strengths and weaknesses.

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