Watch: Suryakumar Yadav meets Pakistan's social media celebrity Momin Saqib in Sri Lanka | Viral video

Indian cricket stars enjoy immense popularity worldwide, and even in neighbouring Pakistan, they have a dedicated fan base filled with admiration and respect.

These players are known for reciprocating the affection of their fans, and Suryakumar Yadav, renowned for his 360-degree strokeplay, has garnered a substantial following in Pakistan as well.

Just an hour before Suryakumar Yadav's 33rd birthday, Momin Saqib, a Pakistani social media sensation famous for his 'Maro Mujhe Maro' video that catapulted him to celebrity status, shared a heartwarming video of his encounter with the Indian cricketer.

In his post, Momin Saqib acknowledged the evolving nature of modern-day cricket, emphasizing innovation, and praised Suryakumar Yadav as one of the finest in the game. He also expressed his anticipation of seeing Surya in the final and conveyed his gratitude for the love and respect he receives from Indian players.

The video captures the warm exchange between Momin Saqib and Suryakumar Yadav, featuring hugs and lighthearted conversation between the social media sensation and the explosive batter.

The current day and age of cricket requires innovation and sky is indeed one of the finest in the game! See you in the final.

I always appreciate the love and respect I get from the Indian players!❤️#MominSaqib #INDvSL #SuryaKumarYadav #PAKvSL pic.twitter.com/M6mZrakXaY

— Momin Saqib (@mominsaqib) September 13, 2023

In the video, Momin Saqib engages in a friendly conversation with Suryakumar Yadav, highlighting the camaraderie and mutual respect between cricket enthusiasts from Pakistan and India.

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