The cricket powerhouses of Asia are currently participating in the ongoing Asian Games 2023, held in Hangzhou. In the quarterfinal stage, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh are facing off against Nepal, Hong Kong, Afghanistan, and Malaysia. A video from the Asian Games 2023 is gaining widespread attention, capturing the unusual fall of Pakistan’s versatile all-rounder, Arafat Minhas.
This incident unfolded during the initial innings of the quarter-final match pitting Pakistan against Hong Kong. Pakistan was aiming for a late surge from their lower-order batsmen to set a formidable target, and it was during this phase that Arafat Minhas came to the crease to bat.
Following the dismissal of Khushdil Shah, the Pakistani team management decided to send in all-rounder Arafat Minhas to provide some late impetus. In his debut international match, the 18-year-old appeared visibly nervous as he stepped onto the field to bat.
With the fall of Khushdil Shah’s wicket, the Pakistani team management dispatched all-rounder Arafat Minhas to the crease to add some late runs. Making his debut in international cricket, the 18-year-old appeared visibly anxious as he approached the batting crease.
Lol Pakistan batter coming to bat fell down on ground 🤣🤣
— Virarsh (@Cheeku218) October 3, 2023
Pehli baar dekha Aisa 🤣 pic.twitter.com/CcPt06gey6
The surge of adrenaline was so intense that the player accidentally stumbled during his pre-batting warm-up. His heightened excitement momentarily placed him in an embarrassing predicament, but he swiftly regained his footing and composure.