Danish Kaneria Slams Shahid Afridi for Extremist Comments on Pahalgam Attack
Former Pakistan Spinner Criticizes Afridi for Blaming India in Terror Attack Aftermath
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India] April 28: In a scathing attack, former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has strongly criticized his former teammate, Shahid Afridi, for his recent comments following the tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir. The attack, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists, has sparked heightened tensions between India and Pakistan. However, Afridi's remarks about the attack have stirred controversy, with Kaneria calling out his history of aligning with extremist views.
Afridi’s Controversial Comments
Shahid Afridi made headlines when he suggested that the terror attack in Pahalgam was a staged event, accusing India of carrying out the attack on its own soil and blaming Pakistan. In a viral video, Afridi criticized the lack of Indian soldiers during the attack and claimed that India had a hand in the terrorism, only to blame Pakistan afterward. His statements drew sharp reactions both from India and Pakistan.
Kaneria’s Response
Danish Kaneria, known for his no-nonsense attitude, did not hold back in his criticism. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Kaneria said that Afridi had a history of aligning himself with extremist views and added that he should not be given a platform on Indian television or within the country. Kaneria further shared personal experiences, claiming that Afridi had refused to share meals with him and had tried to persuade him to convert to Islam—an experience Kaneria described as deeply disrespectful.
A Rising Controversy
Kaneria’s statement adds fuel to the ongoing tension between the two nations. The Indian government recently took action against several Pakistan-based YouTube channels, including those run by former Pakistani cricketers such as Shoaib Akhtar and Basit Ali, by blocking them in India. Afridi's remarks, which criticize both the Indian Army and media, continue to inflame relations and have sparked debate on social media.
As the situation continues to unfold, it remains to be seen whether Afridi will respond to Kaneria's allegations or further comments on the sensitive issue.
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