US EditionShahid Afridi's Welcome at Kerala Alumni Event Sparks Outrage, Group Says Cricketer Came 'Unannounced': Viral Video
- On May 25, 2025, the Kerala expatriate community in Dubai gave a warm reception to Shahid Afridi, the retired cricket star from Pakistan, during a Cochin University BTech Alumni Association gathering.
- This reception took place shortly after Afridi made contentious comments blaming India for the terrorist incident on April 22 in Pahalgam, which resulted in the deaths of 26 individuals and heightened diplomatic strains.
- A viral video showed Afridi being cheered with chants of his nickname 'boom boom' as he addressed the gathering, which led to widespread online criticism of the organisers.
- The organisers issued an Instagram apology on May 30, 2025, stating, "No member of our organising team invited them nor coordinated this appearance," and expressed deep regret for any offense caused.
- The incident intensified criticism of the Kerala expatriate community amid ongoing India-Pakistan tensions and highlighted sensitivities around public figures' political statements related to terrorism.
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Cochin University Btech Alumni Association Apologises After Backlash Over Hosting Pakistan Cricketer Shahid Afridi in Dubai (Watch Video) | 📰 LatestLY
In the video, it can be seen that the crowd cheering Shahid Afridi and chanting his nickname 'boom boom' when he addressed the gathering. In his brief address, the cricketer was seen praising Kerala and its cuisines. 📰 Cochin University Btech Alumni Association Apologises After Backlash Over Hosting Pakistan Cricketer Shahid Afridi in Dubai (Watch Video).
Shahid Afridi's welcome at Kerala alumni event sparks outrage, group says cricketer came 'unannounced': Viral video
The incident came to light when a video showing Shahid Afridi being welcomed during a programme by the Cochin University Btech Alumni Association (CUBAA) in Dubai went viral on social media.
Netizens Object To Kerala Community's Dubai Event Over Shahid Afridi's Presence: 'What A Shame'
Notably, Shahid Afridi, who was warmly welcomed by the Indian diaspora, has taken a firm anti-India stance during the country's recent conflict with Pakistan following Pahalgam attack
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