Viral Video of Young Pakistani Cricketer Sparks Praise and Controversy

A viral video of seven-year-old Aina Wazir playing cricket in North Waziristan, Pakistan, has drawn praise for her talent and support from figures like Peshawar Zalmi chairman Javed Afridi and lawmaker Mohsin Dawar. However, local militants reportedly abducted the video's filmer, Zafran Wazir, forcing him to apologize publicly, citing objections that the video violated Islamic values and Pashtun traditions. The incident highlights tensions between cultural norms and recognition of young female athletes in the region.