Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan was seen holding a Tasbeeh (prayer beads) in the dressing room before stepping onto the field during the high-voltage clash against India in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
As Pakistan faced a tough challenge from India’s bowling attack, Rizwan’s act of devotion caught the attention of fans, leading to a flood of memes and discussions on social media.
The Tasbeeh, a symbol of remembrance and prayer in Islam, is often used for spiritual calmness, and Rizwan seemed to seek solace as his team struggled to build a competitive total.
Pakistan’s Batting Collapse
Opting to bat first, Pakistan failed to find momentum against India’s disciplined bowling unit. Hardik Pandya struck early, dismissing Babar Azam, the team’s key batter – leaving Pakistan in deep trouble.
Despite Rizwan’s fighting knock, wickets continued to tumble.
Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja maintained the pressure with sharp spells, restricting Pakistan’s scoring opportunities.
Eventually, Pakistan was bundled out at 241 in 49.3 over, giving India a strong upper hand in the match.
