Harbhajan Singh and Shoaib Akhtar's ILT20 antics go viral [Source: @ilt20onzee/x.com]
When India and Pakistan lock horns on the cricket field, it’s war. Tempers flare, pressure mounts, and every single moment gets etched into history.
However, off the field, things can be completely different. The latest season of ILT20 2025 has given fans a refreshing sight: two fierce rivals from yesteryears, Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh, sharing laughs and playful banter like old mates catching up after years.
Shoaib Akhtar and Harbhajan Singh's Antics From ILT20 Went Viral
Who can forget their fiery battles? Shoaib Akhtar steaming in like an express train, Harbhajan Singh waiting with the bat, eyes locked in a staring contest, neither willing to blink first. The 2010 Asia Cup gave us a classic when Bhajji smashed a six off Akhtar before sealing the game in dramatic fashion against Mohammad Amir.
That moment saw the two exchange words, with Bhajji giving the Rawalpindi Express a fierce stare that could’ve stopped a bullet. That night, the rivalry hit its peak.
Coming to the present and the duo have swapped their cricketing gear for mics and ambassador duties in ILT20. But the fire hasn’t gone out—it has simply turned into a warm glow of camaraderie.
‘Boys Just Having Fun’: Shoaib Akhtar
Akhtar recently posted a video on Instagram that took everyone by surprise. The speedster was seen playfully chasing Bhajji, catching hold of him, and sharing a hearty laugh.
The clip ended with a bear hug, sealing the moment in the hearts of fans. “Boys just having fun! Harbhajan Singh,” read Akhtar’s caption, and cricket lovers couldn’t stop smiling.
For two men who once stood on opposite sides of one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries, this moment was pure gold. Time has mellowed the old battle scars, and the mutual respect is now on full display.