Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan has taken a sharp dig at Pakistan after ex-Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi reignited the controversial “eating dog meat” remark. Afridi’s fresh comments, seen as a jibe aimed at India, sparked a war of words on social media and drew a pointed response from Pathan.
Without naming Afridi directly, Pathan took to X (formerly Twitter) to highlight Pakistan’s ongoing struggles in world cricket. He wrote that instead of focusing on unnecessary remarks, attention should be directed toward improving performance and building credibility on the international stage. His post was widely interpreted as a response to Afridi’s latest jab.
The controversy began when Afridi, in a televised discussion, repeated an earlier comment suggesting Indians had “no shame in eating dog meat.” The remark, viewed as derogatory, quickly went viral and triggered backlash from Indian fans and cricketers.
Irfan Pathan, known for speaking out on cricket and social issues, reminded that respect in the sporting world comes from achievements, not cheap insults. Many Indian fans echoed his stance, praising him for taking the high ground while calling out Pakistan’s cricketing decline.
This is not the first time Afridi and Pathan have clashed indirectly. In the past, Afridi’s remarks on Indian players and politics have often led to sharp responses from former Indian cricketers. The latest exchange has once again highlighted how off-field controversies continue to inflame India-Pakistan cricket rivalries, even with bilateral matches suspended.
As the spat trends online, cricket lovers on both sides of the border are weighing in. While Afridi’s comments were condemned for being distasteful, Pathan’s dignified counter has been lauded as a reminder that the spirit of cricket lies in performance and sportsmanship, not personal attacks.
