The cricket icons embraced and shared a laugh before Sunday's high-voltage clash, standing in sharp contrast to the frostiness that has defined on-field protocol. Rohit, present as ICC T20 World Cup brand ambassador, and Akram had the ceremonial duty of walking out with the trophy. The gesture offered a reminder that respect between players transcends contemporary tensions. India later defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in their Group A encounter.
Rohit-Akram Hug Goes Viral Amid India-Pakistan Tension
Rohit Sharma and Wasim Akram's warm hug in Colombo went viral amid the ongoing no-handshake row between India and Pakistan teams.