Hassan Ali calls Sarfaraz Ahmed the 'Salman Khan of Karachi'

The bond between the two players clearly extends beyond the field

Treading the line between heartwarming and hilarious, Pakistani cricketer Hassan Ali expressed his admiration for fellow player Sarfaraz Ahmed, comparing him to Bollywood superstar Salman Khan in a recent social media post. 

Ali, known for his passionate and energetic style of play, took to social media to share an image of his friend in a formal, all-black suit. Ali referred to Ahmed as the "Salman Khan of Karachi." He added a laughing emoji, while also calling Ahmed 'my captain.' The reference to the popular Indian cinema actor is significant, as it reflects the immense popularity and reverence Ahmed enjoys in his hometown.

Salman khan of Karachi 😂 @SarfarazA_54 #Maashallah #merakaptan Handsome pic.twitter.com/2MVteYLji4

— Hassan Ali 🇵🇰 (@RealHa55an) June 4, 2023

The post resonated deeply with cricket enthusiasts and fans of both players, who lauded Ali for his kind words and acknowledgement of Sarfaraz's contributions to the sport. "Captain of hearts," responded one Twitter user. "You shouldn't play cricket, you should act as a co-host with Tabish Hashmi," stated another to Ali, referring to a popular comedian. 

Dillo kaa kaptaan ♥️

— Muhammad Furqan Bhatti (@Furqan013) June 5, 2023

You shouldn't play cricket, you should act as a co-host with Tabish Hashmi😂

— Hanip (@HanifLewanist) June 4, 2023

Ahmed is a highly skilled wicketkeeper-batsman and a prominent member of the Pakistani national cricket team. He has served as the captain of the team across all formats. The cricketer currently represents the Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League.

Notably, he led Pakistan to a remarkable victory in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy, where they triumphed over their arch-rivals India in the final. Furthermore, Ahmed had previously showcased his leadership abilities by guiding the Pakistan under-19 team to win the 2006 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, where they also emerged victorious against India in the final.

Ali, on the other hand, played a crucial role in Pakistan's triumph in the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy, where he was named the player of the tournament for his exceptional performance, taking thirteen wickets. He holds the record for being the quickest Pakistani bowler to reach 50 wickets in ODIs. He was also among the thirty-three players awarded a central contract by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for the 2018-19 season

The bond between the two players clearly extends beyond the cricket field. They have often been seen supporting and encouraging each other during matches, displaying a strong sense of camaraderie. 

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