Watch: Shaheen Afridi’s gesture with captain sparks controversy

Bangladesh secured a remarkable 10-wicket victory over Pakistan in the opening Test of the World Test Championship (WTC) cycle, marking their first-ever Test win against Pakistan, both at home and away. The match, played in Rawalpindi, saw Bangladesh dominating the final day, securing a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. The series decider is set to take place at the same venue on August 30.

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When there is no unity!
There is no will!#PAKvsBAN pic.twitter.com/G4m2sjLyyC

— Shaharyar Azhar (@azhar_shaharyar) August 25, 2024

The win was largely driven by Bangladesh’s spin duo, Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Shakib Al Hasan, who took seven wickets between them to decimate Pakistan's batting order. Mehidy grabbed an impressive 4-21 while Shakib took 3-44, triggering a collapse that saw Pakistan dismissed for 146 in their second innings after 55.5 overs. Mohammad Rizwan top-scored for Pakistan with 51, but his efforts couldn’t prevent a loss. Bangladesh's openers, Zakir Hasan and Shadman Islam, comfortably chased the 30-run target in just 6.3 overs, sealing a memorable victory.

Shaheen Afridi’s viral gesture sparks speculation of tensions 

Following the match, a viral video has set social media abuzz with speculation about potential rifts within the Pakistan team. In the video, during a team huddle, star pacer Shaheen Afridi is seen removing captain Shan Masood’s arm from his shoulder, sparking concerns that all is not well in the Pakistan camp. The incident comes on the heels of another viral clip, showing Shan Masood in a heated exchange with head coach Jason Gillespie.

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While the team struggles on the field, these off-field moments have added another layer of intrigue. The viral moments have left fans questioning whether tensions behind the scenes are affecting Pakistan's performance. However, no official statement has been made by the Pakistan Cricket Board regarding the incident, leaving the internet to speculate.