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[Saba Sports News] The India-Pakistan cricket rivalry, marked by memorable matches, is often overshadowed by distasteful comments from some fans. A recent example is a Pakistani fan highlighting India’s 36-run debacle in Adelaide during the 2020-21 Border Gavaskar Trophy, labeling it as a moment of humiliation.
Indian commentator Harsha Bhogle countered this view, pointing out how India turned this adversity into a series of match-winning performances under Ajinkya Rahane’s leadership. Bhogle urged the fan to appreciate the resilience and class in cricket, rather than finding joy in others’ difficulties.
“I am glad you put this out Farooq because it led to one of the greatest performances in Test history. This is a case study on how you convert adversity into match-winning performances through great courage, outstanding leadership and self-belief. When you have that pride, you find new heights. When you seek joy in someone else’s adversity, you remain small and petty. So think big, think class, you might just find a wonderful world. Hopefully ….,” Bhogle tweeted.
India’s turnaround after the Adelaide loss is regarded as one of the greatest comebacks in Test cricket history. Conversely, Pakistan, currently in Australia for a three-match Test series, has struggled in Australia with 14 consecutive Test losses and no series win to date. The team, led by new captain Shan Masood, is looking to change this record.