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Former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal has issued a public apology following his disrespectful remarks about Indian bowler Arshdeep Singh that created a massive controversy.

Akmal came up with irritating remarks during a panel discussion over the India vs Pakistan match that led to a massive outrage, especially from former India spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Akmal ended up receiving massive backlash for his comments about Arshdeep's religion and his racist comments ended up hurting heavy sentiments among the Sikh Community and the broader public.

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However, he took to social media and penned an apology later in the day.

"I deeply regret my recent comments and sincerely apologize to @harbhajan_singh and the Sikh community. My words were inappropriate and disrespectful. I have the utmost respect for Sikhs all over the world and never intended to hurt anyone. I am truly sorry," Akmal said in a post on X, formerly Twitter.

Harbhajan had lashed out at Kamran Akmal not only for his comments but for the fact that he even was seen laughing at another insensitive comment from another panellist during the television show on Sunday.

"You should know the history of Sikhs before u open ur filthy mouth. We Sikhs saved ur mothers and sisters when they were abducted by invaders, the time invariably was 12 o’clock . Shame on youâ€æHave some Gratitude (sic)," Harbhajan Singh said in a social media post, hours after India's thrilling six-run win over Pakistan.

While a line was crossed by a few former cricketers on social media, the Group A match between India and Pakistan in the ongoing T20 World Cup 2024 was played in good spirits.

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India clinched their second win of the tournament and climbed up to the top spot in the Group A standings whereas Pakistan are placed fourth.

The Men in Blue defended 119 runs and won the match by just six runs with Arshdeep defending 18 runs in the final over.

Pakistan are yet to open their account in the tournament, having lost their first two matches as they stand on the brink of a Group Stage elimination.

The Babar Azam-led side, who also had lost their match against the USA, will face Canada in their third fixture in New York on Tuesday.