‘Only a frikkin game’: Akram recalls helping India bowler before his anti-Pak posts

Legendary cricketer Wasim Akram urges fans to leave past conflicts behind when it comes to cricket. He emphasises that the India-Pakistan rivalry should be viewed simply as a sport. Reflecting on his mentorship of Irfan Pathan, who admired his bowling style, Akram noted Pathan's impressive hat-trick against Pakistan. Ultimately, he reminded everyone that victories and defeats are part of the game, encouraging fans to let go of grudges.

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