Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Wasim Akram Statue in Hyderabad Sparks Online Reactions
Wasim Akram, a famous cricket player, now has a statue in Pakistan.
However, the statue's face doesn't look much like him.
This made people online start laughing and sharing jokes.
The statue shows him bowling in a 1999 match.
Although the body is correct, the face makes him look sad.
People made funny comments and memes about it.
Akram played cricket for Pakistan for many years and now works as a commentator.
A statue of cricketer Wasim Akram was erected in Hyderabad, Pakistan.
The statue depicts Akram in his bowling action from the 1999 World Cup.
The statue's face was criticized for its inaccurate resemblance to Akram.
Fans reacted with amusement and shared memes due to the statue's appearance.
Akram played international cricket for Pakistan from 1984 to 2003.
- Who
- Fast-bowling legend Wasim Akram.
- What
- A life-sized statue of Wasim Akram was erected in Hyderabad, Pakistan.
- When
- Reportedly unveiled in April; gained popularity in June 2025.
- Where
- Hyderabad, Pakistan.
- Why
- Fans found the statue's facial depiction inaccurate, leading to amusement and memes.
- Subject
- Wasim Akram Statue
- Location
- Hyderabad, Pakistan
- Statue Depiction
- Akram in 1999 World Cup jersey, bowling action
- Reaction
- Fans reacted with amusement; criticized the face.
- Akram's Career
- Played from 1984 to 2003; 1992 World Cup winner