Asia Cup Prelude: ‘Modi-Modi’ Chants by Afghan Fans After Pakistan’s Victory

The atmosphere following Pakistan’s tri-series win against Afghanistan was marked by an unexpected event. Afghan fans gathered outside the stadium and began chanting ‘Modi-Modi.’ This unusual expression of sentiment occurred despite Afghanistan’s defeat. These fans appeared to be looking ahead to a possible India-Afghanistan final in the upcoming Asia Cup, starting September 9th. The India-Pakistan match is set for September 14th in Dubai, while India’s opening match is on September 10th against the UAE. The incident provided an unanticipated backdrop to the build-up for the Asia Cup.