The cricketing world is witnessing a heated exchange on social media between former cricketers Mohammad Hafeez and Michael Vaughan. The fiery feud ignited when Hafeez commented on Virat Kohli’s approach during a crucial run chase in the ODI World Cup against South Africa, where he secured his 49th ODI century.
Hafeez accused Kohli of prioritizing personal milestones over team success, sparking a war of words with Vaughan. The former Pakistan cricketer didn’t stop there and took another dig at Kohli while praising Ben Stokes for his century against the Netherlands. Hafeez’s tweet aimed to highlight the difference between selfish and selfless approaches in batting.
Vaughan responded emphatically, defending Kohli against Hafeez’s initial criticism, calling it ‘utter nonsense.’ He praised Kohli’s responsible innings on a challenging track. In reply to Hafeez’s comparison between Kohli and Stokes, Vaughan reminded Hafeez of the tough conditions in Kolkata and South Africa’s superior bowling attack compared to the Netherlands.
Hafeez vs. Vaughan: Social media spat takes cricketing rivalry to new heights!
The drama continued as Vaughan posted a video on social media showcasing an Ind vs. Pak clash in the 2012 T20 World Cup, where Hafeez was clean-bowled by none other than Virat Kohli, who used to bowl occasionally back then. Vaughan highlighted the irony, emphasizing that Hafeez, who criticized Kohli’s approach in the ODI World Cup, himself struggled, scoring only 15 runs off 28 deliveries in the T20 World Cup match.
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Morning @MHafeez22 .. Have a great day ?? #India #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/WtK62Lvf01
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 9, 2023
The social media feud has captivated fans on both sides, with Indian supporters enjoying the drama and the trolling of a Pakistani cricketer. The back-and-forth between Hafeez and Vaughan has added an extra layer of excitement to the cricketing world, showcasing the passion and intensity that often accompanies sports discussions.
As the online spat continues to unfold, fans eagerly await the next move in this high-profile social media showdown, where every post adds a new dimension to the ongoing cricketing drama.
See how fans have reacted:
I love what’s going on here @MichaelVaughan ?
— Shreyofhope (@PatnaikShreya98) November 9, 2023
Mai to tumko harami smjhta tha but tu to mahapurush nikla
— Pushkar (@musafir_hu_yar) November 9, 2023
Sab ki izzat karenge, Pakistanis ki chhod ke ? pic.twitter.com/WW0AjGf0ip
— Dennis? (@DenissForReal) November 9, 2023
Another reason why @MHafeez22 constantly have a pop at Virat Kohli.
It definitely hurt that turtle so badly. Even some pakistani fans don't claim him but some Indians do eg. 45 FC pic.twitter.com/4hkCdhIC7s
— GAUTAM (@indiantweetrian) November 9, 2023
Only one guy can handle Michael Vaughan it’s @WasimJaffer14 ?
— Anshu Chauhan (@chauhandwarrior) November 9, 2023
Vaughan to Hafeez ?? pic.twitter.com/BZZkKrJA9G
— ??? ???? (@Bhai_saheb) November 9, 2023
Vaughan nowaday with Hafeez ? pic.twitter.com/caYBevrbqz
— Avinash P (@avinashparmar97) November 9, 2023
Hafeez condition rn pic.twitter.com/7WGBs9PnG4
— Pulkit?? (@pulkit5Dx) November 9, 2023
Hafeez watching this ? pic.twitter.com/sHb4dIkQZ9
— Gargi (@Gargijii) November 9, 2023
ab kya england vale bhi hamari g**n maarenge ? pic.twitter.com/010vSwX1vn
— Avinash P (@avinashparmar97) November 9, 2023
