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Pakistan cricket superfan, Mohammad Bashir, who is affectionately called ‘Chicago Chacha’ waved the Pakistan national flag at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad. The superfan, who is often seen cheering for Pakistan in international matches, arrived at the stadium to support his side that will take on the Netherlands in their season opener on October 6, Friday.
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In a video posted by the ANI on social media, Bashir could be seen waving the Pakistani national flag and chanting ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ slogans outside the stadium. The 66-year-old was rooting for his side and said, "I have come from Chicago to support Pakistan. We have to win the match."
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Earlier, there were reports that Bashir was detained for questioning by the airport authorities and security agencies, but he confirmed that the reports were all wrong. The Pakistan superfan was in conversation with Sportstar, where he said, “I was never detained for questioning in the airport while I was there to receive the Pakistan team.”
He added, “It was just that they asked me not to wave the Pakistan flag due to security issues. They just took my flag and gave it back once the team departed. It was a fantastic welcome, and I am very happy to be here in India for the World Cup.” Speaking of the match, Netherlands won the toss and invited Babar Azam and Co. to bat first.
