{"id":359568,"date":"2023-10-03T03:52:55","date_gmt":"2023-10-02T22:52:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/?p=359568"},"modified":"2023-10-03T03:52:55","modified_gmt":"2023-10-02T22:52:55","slug":"indian-fans-sweet-proposal-to-cricketer-iftikhar-ahmed-goes-viral","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leadpakistan.com.pk\/news\/indian-fans-sweet-proposal-to-cricketer-iftikhar-ahmed-goes-viral\/","title":{"rendered":"Indian fan\u2019s sweet proposal to cricketer Iftikhar Ahmed goes viral"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>NEW DELHI<br \/>\nIn a heartwarming incident that has caught the attention of cricket fans worldwide, an Indian girl named Heer has openly expressed her admiration for cricketer Iftikhar Ahmed.<br \/>\nIn a social media interview that has since gone viral, Heer declared her desire to marry Iftikhar, a prominent batter known for his aggressive playstyle. When asked about which Pakistani boy she\u2019d want to marry, Heer said, \u201cHe is called \u2018Chacha Chacha (uncle)\u2019, he will be uncle to the world, but to me, he is Iftikhar janu.<br \/>\n\u201d This candid declaration has resonated with fans across borders, serving as a touching reminder of the unifying power of sports. The Pakistan cricket team is currently in India for the ICC World Cup 20232, drawing the attention and admiration of numerous Indian cricket enthusiasts.<br \/>\nHeer\u2019s declaration of affection for Iftikhar has underscored the camaraderie and goodwill that can exist among fans despite the intense sporting rivalries. Heer, who reportedly resides in Dubai but hails from the Indian state of Punjab, was seen wearing the Indian cricket team\u2019s shirt while holding a poster featuring a picture of Iftikhar during the interview.<br \/>\nIftikhar Ahmed, born on September 3, 1990, in Peshawar, is a right-handed batter and right-arm off-break bowler. He has played for various teams, including Pakistan, Pakistan A, Karachi Kings, Peshawar Zalmi, Islamabad United, and others. He is currently part of the Pakistan cricket team participating in the ICC World Cup 2023.<br \/>\nThis incident highlights how cricket transcends national boundaries, bringing people from different countries together in their shared love for the game. It\u2019s a testament to the power of sports in fostering connections and building bridges between diverse cultures and nations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NEW DELHI In a heartwarming incident that has caught the attention of cricket fans worldwide, an Indian girl named Heer has openly expressed her admiration for cricketer Iftikhar Ahmed. In a social media interview that has since gone viral, Heer declared her desire to marry Iftikhar, a prominent batter known for his aggressive playstyle. 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