Team India opener Shubman Gill is leading the team in the second ODI of the three-match series against Australia at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday, October 23. Before the match, a fan shook hands with Gill and unexpectedly shouted “Pakistan Zindabad” and the video gained attention on social media.
Gill struggled to make an impact in his first match as India’s ODI captain. The 26-year-old batsman scored only 10 runs at the Optus Stadium in Perth on Sunday. Notably, the entire batting lineup failed against a quality Australian bowling attack, and the visitors lost by seven wickets in a rain-interrupted game.
Watch: Shubman Gill surprised by fan chant in Adelaide, maintains composure
Shubman Gill was taken by surprise during a casual outing in Adelaide. Dressed in a black hoodie and sky blue jeans, the Indian captain was peacefully roaming around the city with his teammates, including fast bowler Harshit Rana, when a fan came up to him to shake his hand.
Gill extended his hand, but the moment immediately turned awkward as the fan suddenly shouted, “Pakistan Zindabad.” The unexpected chant stunned Gill. However, he maintained his composure, quietly withdrew his hand and walked away without saying a word.
A Pakistani fan met Shubman Gill in Adelaide and said, “Pakistan Zindabad.” pic.twitter.com/sfoqpeLOi0
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The entire incident was captured on video and went viral on social media platforms. Fans praised Gill for his respectful response to the Pakistani fan.
Amid rising tension, India avoided joining hands with Pakistan in Asia Cup 2025.
This incident has come to light after the Asia Cup 2025, at a time when the Indian cricket team avoided shaking hands with Pakistani players. That episode had already sparked debate over the impact of political tensions on sportsmanship and cricket-related conversations.
The video has reignited discussion about the difficulties public figures face in casual fan interactions. Notably, the team under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav defeated Pakistan in all three matches including the final during the continental tournament.
This was the first cricket tournament between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack in April. There were calls from former cricketers and fans to boycott the event; However, the BCCI opted to play the tournament, and players avoided the traditional handshake throughout the competition.
Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma involved in heated argument with Haris Rauf
Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma had a heated argument with Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf in the Super 4 match of Asia Cup 2025 in Dubai. The incident occurred after Gill hit a boundary off Rauf during India’s chase of 172.
This dispute started in the initial overs of India’s innings itself. Rauf responded aggressively after Gill broke the boundary. The situation quickly deteriorated as Sharma supported his partner at the non-striker’s end, leading to a verbal confrontation.
The umpires intervened to calm the players, but the moment highlighted the high-pressure atmosphere of India-Pakistan fixtures. The Men in Blue won over their rivals in the Super 4 encounter.
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