The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is set to begin soon, building excitement among cricket fans worldwide. Amid this buildup, a T20I series is currently underway between Pakistan and Australia. Pakistan registered a strong start by winning the first T20I match by 22 runs yesterday. Following the victory, Pakistan’s Prime Minister congratulated the team, calling the win “electrifying.” However, former Indian cricketer Aakash Chopra trolled the PM’s post by reposting it with a cheeky remark, sparking online reactions.
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s ‘Electrifying’ tweet after T20I win against Australia sparks online buzz
On 29 January, a bilateral T20I series kicked off between Pakistan and Australia, with the hosts drawing first blood in an exciting opener at the Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore. Batting first, Pakistan posted a competitive 168/8, before restricting Australia to 146/8, sealing a 22-run victory and taking an early lead in the series.
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Soon after the win, Pakistan Prime Minister took to X (formerly Twitter) to congratulate the team, calling the performance “electrifying.” In his tweet, he wrote,
“Well done Team Pakistan for an electrifying performance against Australia in the first T20I. I also appreciate Chairman PCB @MohsinnaqviC42 and his entire team for their tireless efforts in strengthening Pakistan cricket. Proud moment for the nation.”
The PM’s message also lauded the PCB Chairman and his team for their continued efforts to strengthen Pakistan cricket.
To say the tweet went viral would be an understatement. Netizens quickly flooded the comment section with sarcastic and tongue-in-cheek reactions, debating the scale of the win and the hype surrounding it. Amid the online chatter, former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra took a sly dig at the PM’s post with a witty remark — one that has since gained significant traction across social media.
Have a look at Pakistan PM’s tweet
Well done Team Pakistan for an electrifying performance against Australia in the first T20I. I also appreciate Chairman PCB @MohsinnaqviC42 and his entire team for their tireless efforts in strengthening Pakistan cricket. Proud moment for the nation.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) January 30, 2026
Aakash Chopra’s cheeky dig at Pakistan PM’s tweet goes viral
Amid the buzz, former Indian cricketer and commentator Aakash Chopra reshared the PM’s tweet and responded with a sharp, tongue-in-cheek remark.
He wrote,
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“With due respect…it’s a bilateral T20i against Australia’s B team. Many main players have given it a miss. And a 20-run win in a 170-run game can’t possibly qualify as ‘electrifying’ ”
To say that this comment blended dry humour with subtle criticism would be a sheer understatement.
With due respect…it’s a bilateral T20i against Australia’s B team. Many main players have given it a miss. And a 20-run win in a 170 run game can’t possibly qualify as ‘electrifying’ https://t.co/allr7esAbr
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) January 30, 2026
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Chopra’s reaction quickly went viral, with fans debating whether the remark was witty, savage, or unnecessarily harsh. While some praised his fact-based sarcasm, others felt the comment took an overly dismissive tone. Either way, the exchange turned a routine post-match celebration into a full-blown social media talking point.
Here’s how netizens reacted to the buzz
Netizens were quick to flood the comment section, reacting in myriad ways to the viral exchange. While many trolled PM Shehbaz Sharif for celebrating what they called a mere match win — not even a series victory — others felt the hype was overblown. At the same time, a section of users criticised Aakash Chopra, calling his remark unnecessary and petty. With opinions sharply divided, here’s a look at some of the most talked-about comments that captured the mood online,
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Celebrating a win over Australia’s B team feels a bit overblown.
The truth is, our Indian U-19 team is stronger than the Australian side Pakistan went to play against.
— Wasif (@iewasif) January 30, 2026
A random T20 victory in a bilateral series against Australia’s B-team is really a ‘proud moment for the nation’, you should have declared a national holiday
— Varun Kumar Rana (@VarunKrRana) January 30, 2026
Arey tu kitna nalla PM hai yaar
— Aaraam Pasand (@aaraam_pasand) January 30, 2026
Itna free koi kaise ho sakta hai!!!
— Swapna Kumar Panda (@swapnakpanda) January 30, 2026
Country so finished that PM of the nation celebrating a random bilateral win against C team of Australia
— . (@KLfied_) January 30, 2026
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Is it necessary for us to comment on every Pakistani nonsense?
— Sandy (@sandy3037) January 30, 2026
Why you Indians are so obsessed with Pakistan. Apnay kam sa kam rakho
— SHAH (@Cricket__Guru) January 30, 2026
Yeah, absolutely. When the PM starts celebrating an ODI win from a bilateral series, it shows how low the bar has been set by the Pak cricket team.
— Saurav Choudhury (@sauravv123) January 30, 2026
Thats how they keep their awam happy and their country is high on happiness index
— Nikhil Nair (@nikhilsnair2025) January 30, 2026
The viral exchange has sparked a lively debate among cricket fans and social media users alike. What are your thoughts on the reactions and the comments? Do share your views in the comments below.
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