Netizens hailed Pakistan pacer Naseem Shah, after the pacer was seen crying while walking back to the dressing room during the Asia Cup 2022 match against India in Dubai on Sunday, August 28.
The incident occurred during the 18th over of India's innings. The debutant, while bowling to Ravindra Jadeja, suffered cramps and fell to the ground while wincing in pain.
After some treatment, the debutant was back on his feet but appeared to be struggling. He managed to fight it off and finished the over.
The right-arm pacer returned to the dressing room but was left teary-eyed.
Shah finished his four overs with figures of 2-27 which included the wicket of India opener KL Rahul. Chasing 148, the Men in Blue managed to win the match by five wickets.
Twitterati lauded the pacer for his effort despite suffering from pain.
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