Pakistan’s fast bowler Haris Rauf faced playful taunts from a fan during The Hundred 2024 match at Lord’s, bringing back memories of Virat Kohli’s memorable sixes at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) during the 2022 T20 World Cup.
The incident occurred during Welsh Fire’s match against London Spirit on Thursday, August 1st, when Rauf was fielding near the boundary.
A fan reminded the speedster of the two sixes Kohli hit off him, moments that left a lasting impression on cricket fans worldwide.
The video of the fan’s jibe quickly went viral on social media, highlighting the intense rivalry between the two cricketers.
In that iconic T20 World Cup match, Kohli’s sixes were pivotal in India’s thrilling victory over Pakistan, as the former Indian skipper remained unbeaten on 82.
The 19th over saw Kohli striking those crucial shots, leading India to chase down a target of 160 runs against their arch-rivals.
Despite the taunts, Haris Rauf put on a stellar performance in The Hundred match at Lord’s, securing impressive figures of 17-10-20-3.
However, his efforts were not enough to lead the Welsh Fire to victory, as London Spirit successfully chased down the target in 87 deliveries.
The Spirit’s bowlers, Liam Dawson and Nathan Ellis, played a crucial role in restricting the Welsh Fire to 94/9, picking up three wickets each.
In response, the Fire’s bowling unit, including Rauf and Matt Henry, also took three wickets apiece, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the Spirit’s triumph.
Haris Rauf, known for his fiery pace and competitive spirit, took the fan’s comments in stride, demonstrating the lighter side of the sport.
The playful banter between fans and players is part of what makes cricket so engaging and memorable.