Babar Azam's Indian fan makes epic journey to see him in action

A 15-year-old girl from Bhopal, India, gained internet attention for her fervent support of Pakistan cricket team, particularly captain Babar Azam, during the Men in Green’s World Cup opening match against the Netherlands in Hyderabad.

Alisha, who traveled to Hyderabad from Bhopal along with her mother, expressed her admiration for Babar Azam, citing a four-year-long fandom.

"I have been a fan of Babar for the past four years. I started a fanpage as well on social media but deactivated as I had to focus on my studies," the teenager told Press Trust of India (PTI).

"It is good to see that people are supporting both the teams. I am an Indian first and love the likes of Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli but I also have the same love for Babar. I hope the relations between the countries get better one day," she said.

The passion for cricket seems to be a familial trait, as both of Alisha's parents are avid fans of Pakistani cricket legends—her mother follows Shahid Afridi, while her father admires Javed Miandad.

The Babar Azam fan is aiming to get hold of the much-anticipated Pakistan vs India game's ticket, which is set to take place in Ahmedabad on October 14.