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Updated 25 Mar, 2022

Cricket is more than just swinging your bat and scoring runs — it's also about the moments that happen in between the game, an exchange of words and actions that either leave fans emotional or have them shaking with laughter. One such moment recently grabbed a lot of attention on social media. During the test series between Pakistan and Australia, ace bowler Shaheen Afridi ran up to Australian player David Warner and the two pretended to have an angry face-off before bursting into laughter. The moment, which was caught on camera, soon triggered multitudes of memes on Pakistani social media.

The hilarious moment between Afridi and Warner occurred on March 23 — day three of the third and final test match between Pakistan and Australia happening at Qadhafi Stadium. On first impression, the intense face-off seemed like a real moment of conflict between the cricketers, but fans quickly got to the bottom of it and understood the exchange was a moment of fun.

That, of course, encouraged all kinds of memes.

The height difference made it all the more comical.

Even former English cricketer and coach Ian Pont got a hold of the meme-worthy picture and couldn't help but engage.

Do we relate or do we relate?

Of course, fan edits were inevitable.

No friendship was harmed in the making of this epic moment.

All in all, netizens loved the display of friendship between Afridi and Warner on the field during the game. There's nothing like some healthy sportsmanship, funny antics and a rousing game of test cricket to warm up a fan's heart.

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Jo Original Mar 25, 2022 03:44pm
Friendship at its best.
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GreenAura Mar 25, 2022 05:12pm
Well done Aus for a fantastic series. Looking forward to your next your.
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Multani Mar 25, 2022 05:25pm
Great, may the best team win.
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TTA is responsible for TTP Mar 25, 2022 06:10pm
A little light hearted banter is good, but now get serious....!
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well-wisher Mar 25, 2022 07:04pm
What a shot! A picture that will remain a historic reminder of friendship, Stay well. BEST.
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Life Mar 25, 2022 07:19pm
That income vs expenses meme is so funny.
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ishtiaq Mar 25, 2022 09:06pm
@Multani The best team won!
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Slowtrack Mar 26, 2022 02:40am
Wonder if any of them understood what the other was saying
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Akil Akhtar Mar 26, 2022 03:56am
Australians real attitude came out when they were on top in the last session...and started mocking Sajid Khan and Hassan ALi. it was a bit distasteful. No one other than Pakistan forgets their real purpose to beat the other team not build friendships.
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Ami Mar 26, 2022 08:53am
@Multani The best team won
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Daredevil Mar 26, 2022 09:57am
Love you boys Shaheen and Warner.
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Anonymouseee Mar 26, 2022 10:13am
Awesome moment. Thanks to Australia for visiting Pakistan for the entire series, unlike some other countries that chickened out.
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Anonymouseee Mar 26, 2022 10:15am
Thank you Australia for visiting Pakistan . We will not forget the support that the Australian team and staff has shown towards Pakistan cricket. Never forget.
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Dr. Salaria, Aamir Ahmad Mar 26, 2022 11:41am
United we stand, divided we fall.
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