Viral video: A 6-year-old Pakistani girl plays pull shot like Rohit Sharma, netizens say ‘Replace Babar with her now!

A viral video of a six-year-old girl from Pakistan, Sonia Khan, executing a perfect pull shot has captivated cricket fans worldwide. The clip, shared on social media platform X by English cricket umpire Richard Kettleborough, showcases Sonia’s impeccable batting technique, drawing comparisons to Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma, who is known for his mastery of the shot.

Viral Video Gains Global Attention

The video features a man bowling to Sonia, who times her shots effortlessly and executes the pull shot with precision. Kettleborough shared the video with the caption, “6 yrs old – Talented Sonia Khan from Pakistan (Plays Pull Shot like Rohit Sharma).” Since being posted, the clip has amassed nearly one million views and over 12,000 likes, sparking admiration and discussion among cricket enthusiasts.

Social Media Reactions

Cricket fans flooded the comments with praise for Sonia’s skill, with many acknowledging her talent and drawing parallels to top international players. ‘Replace Babar with her now!’ one user commented. “Young Sonia Khan plays beautifully within her space, improvising like a pro. No cuts or sweeps, but glorious strokes in the ‘V’. A true gully cricket finesse. Rohit-esque pull shot? Delightful!” said another user.
Some users humorously suggested that Sonia could be a valuable addition to Pakistan’s national cricket team. “The way the present Pakistan team is playing in New Zealand, this child can fancy a position in their men’s team itself. That apart, wishing this lovely talent a bright future,” one user wrote.

Others expressed hope that Sonia would receive proper training to develop her skills further. “They should bring her to Pak team! She’s the best,” one user wrote, while another added, “Better than Rizwan and Babar both. She should be in Pak men’s team.”