India Love remarks: Petition filed against Shahid Afridi

Just before the commence of ICC T20 World cup 2016, Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi is in deep trouble. This time not for his batting or bowling but for his love for India. Yes, it’s true a petition has been filed against Shahid Afridi in Lahore High Court (LHC) over his latest remarks.

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India Love remarks: Petition filed against Shahid Afridi

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Just before the commence of ICC T20 World cup 2016, Pakistan skipper Shahid Afridi is in deep trouble. This time not for his batting or bowling but for his love for India. Yes, it’s true a petition has been filed against Shahid Afridi in Lahore High Court (LHC) over his latest remarks.

Earlier, the veteran all-rounder said that he received more love from India than Pakistan.

The petitioner, advocate Azhar Siddique, claimed that Afridi’s statement has hurt nation’s sentiments and the court must ask the cricketer to explain the statement. He also urged the court to ask the veteran player to submit the explanation in fifteen day.

Earlier addressing a press conference in India, the Pakistani skipper said that he always enjoyed playing cricket in front of Indian fans further adding that he received more love from India than Pakistan. The remarks sparked criticism among Pakistani cricket fans. 

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