According to recent reports analyzing Google search trends, Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma has emerged as the most-searched cricketer in Pakistan during 2025. This comes as a surprising turn in public interest, especially since several top Pakistani domestic stars did not make it to the top-10 list.
Surge in Popularity for Abhishek Sharma
Abhishek Sharma topped the search rankings in Pakistan, followed by Pakistani players Hassan Nawaz, Irfan Khan Niazi, Sahubzada Farhan, and Mohammed Abbas. Analysts suggest that Sharma’s recent stellar performances in Indian domestic cricket and popular T20 leagues have played a key role in boosting his cross-border popularity.
Key Factors Behind Sharma’s Popularity
Sharma’s impactful displays in the Asia Cup 2025, where he was India’s most destructive batter, significantly contributed to his rise in interest. India clinched the Asia Cup title by defeating Pakistan in the final, further highlighting Sharma’s standout performances. In addition, increased accessibility of cricket matches through streaming platforms and social media has made it easier for fans across borders to follow players like Sharma.
Interestingly, well-established Pakistani stars such as Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, and Haris Rauf did not feature in the top-10 searches in Pakistan this year, emphasizing a shift in fan attention towards emerging talents from neighboring cricketing nations.
