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New Delhi: Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf made headlines during the India-Pakistan match of the Asia Cup 2025 but not for the right reasons. Pakistan lost the match by 6 wickets on Sunday but Rauf made controversial gestures towards the spectators near the boundary which went viral on social media. Controversial Gestures in Front of the Crowd In a video Haris Rauf was seen making the plane downing gesture in front of the fans which angered the spectators. As the fans chanted Kohli Kohli Rauf made the 6-0 gesture. This was a reference to Pakistans unofficial claim that they had shot down six Indian fighter planes after Operation Sindoor. Wife Also Reacted on Social Media Haris Raufs wife Muzna Masood Malik also posted a photo of her husband making the same 6-0 gesture on her Instagram story captioning it Lost the match but won the war. However according to media reports the post was quickly deleted as it sparked controversy. An On-Field Argument Also Occurred During the match Rauf and Indian batsman Abhishek Sharma had a heated exchange. Rauf exchanged sharp words with Abhishek after he hit a four. Abhishek said after the match that the Pakistani bowlers were unnecessarily trying to provoke the Indian batsmen. Abhishek Sharmas Statement Abhishek said Todays match was quite simple. They were coming at us unnecessarily which I didnt like at all. So I responded. Weve been playing together since school and today was a special day. When someone plays like me it means the team supports me. Im working hard and if its my day Ill bring victory to the team. Post-Controversy Atmosphere Raufs controversial gestures and the tense atmosphere on the field generated considerable discussion among cricket fans after the match. Rauf was met with criticism and support on social media. Story Highlights: Haris Rauf made controversial plane crash and 6-0 gestures to fans during the India-Pakistan match. His wife also posted on social media We lost the match but we won the battle. Rauf and Abhishek Sharma had an argument on the field. Abhishek said the Pakistani bowlers were trying to provoke him unnecessarily.