'Round 2 loading': Netizens react as Afghanistan adds Naveen-ul-Haq in their ODI WC squad

Naveen-ul-Haq is a name that made reverberations in the IPL 2023 season. He was one of the participants in the uproarious match 43 between Royal Challengers Bangalore and Lucknow Super Giants, where Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli had an infamous spat. Ul Haq also had a verbal back-and-forth with Kohli in the match, and following the conclusion of the episode, he took the matters on social media. 

3 things you need to know

• Naveen-ul-Haq received the call-up to Afghanistan's World Cup squad
• Ul-Haq had an animated IPL 2023 season
• Naveen ul-Haq and Virat Kohli had a verbal skirmish in IPL 2023

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Naveen ul-Haq received major spotlight in IPL 2023

While he comes as an unusual character on the field, his statistics suggest he is a valiant campaigner with a knack for taking wickets. He finished the IPL 2023 season with 11 wickets in 8 matches, but the performance could not fetch him a place in the Asia Cup squad. However, Afghanistan's subdued campaign in the continental tournament forced the selection committee to make some changes and hence Naveen ul-haq has received the call-up for the upcoming ICC ODI World Cup 2023.

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Netizens react to Naveen-ul-Haq's comeback

As Naveen-ul-Haq made several headlines with his on-field demeanour in IPL 2023, the fans are seemingly excited to witness what he will bring to the table, at the biggest carnival of cricket. The enthusiasts are excited to see the Kohli vs. Ul-Haq contest again, which might be exhibited on October 11, when India and Afghanistan will square off at the Arun Jaitley stadium in Delhi. The reactions of fanatics are recorded on social media, here are a few of the many.

Virat Kohli recreating this scene with Naveen ul haq in a WC match in front of delhi crowd, we'll be there. pic.twitter.com/SHJ8DjN74G

— leisha (@katyxkohli17) September 13, 2023

Naveen-Ul-Haq is in Afghanistan World Cup squad. Broadcasters to have two extra cameramen to focus on Kohli+Naveen. "Camerman focus karo".

— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) September 13, 2023

Virat Kholi after knowing that Naveen ul haq selected for World Cup. #NaveenUlHaq #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/DjHfSHjKJW

— GyanGainer (@techind34820937) September 14, 2023

It's going to be Naveen Ul Haq vs Virat Kohli Round 2 in the World Cup 🔥 #CWC23 #AsiaCup2023

— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) September 13, 2023

So, with all to look forward to, the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 will commence from october 5, 2023. Team India will start its campaign on October 8 against the mighty Aussies. The final of the tournament will be played on November 19 at the Narendra Modi Stadium.