In Hyderabad, a statue of former Pakistan cricket captain Wasim Akram has garnered significant social media attention for its perceived lack of resemblance to the legendary player. Installed outside Niaz Stadium, the statue depicts Akram in his 1999 World Cup attire. While the statue faced mockery online, Akram maintained a positive outlook, expressing gratitude to the artist and highlighting the importance of the creative effort. This incident underscores the mixed nature of public reception regarding artistic tributes to sports icons, with some comparisons drawn to similar sculptures internationally.
It's the idea that matters. Credit to the creators, full marks for the effort and thanks to everyone involved.
The statue of Akram, one of the greatest left-arm fast bowlers, was installed at Niaz Stadium, showcasing him bowling in the 1999 World Cup kit.
Nearby is a statue of a tiger. Akram humorously remarked, 'Mine is definitely better than the tiger's.'
The Niaz Stadium chief stated the artist did his best but acknowledged it doesn't resemble Akram a hundred percent.
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