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Saim Ayub’s 'rocking baby' gesture to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi viral as Pakistan lose gold
✍️ India.com
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 10:46 AM
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Pakistani boxer Saim Ayub made a playful ‘rocking baby’ gesture towards Indian teammate Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during the Asian Games, a moment that quickly went viral online as Pakistan’s team failed to clinch gold.
During the Asian Games 2026, Pakistani boxer Saim Ayub raised his hand in a light‑hearted "rocking baby" motion aimed at Indian boxer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The gesture was captured on the arena floor shortly after the bout and was instantly shared on social platforms.
In the same competition, Pakistan’s boxing contingent fell short of the top podium, missing out on the gold medal that many had hoped to secure. The loss was confirmed by the event officials and marked a disappointing finish for the team.
The clip of Ayub’s gesture spread rapidly across Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, drawing millions of views within hours. Hashtags such as #RockingBaby and #AsianGames2026 trended, with users commenting on the sportsmanship and the playful rivalry between the two nations.
Analysts noted that while the moment added a human touch to the Games, it also underscored the intense competition on the mat. The viral video has become one of the most talked‑about highlights of the Asian Games so far.
In the same competition, Pakistan’s boxing contingent fell short of the top podium, missing out on the gold medal that many had hoped to secure. The loss was confirmed by the event officials and marked a disappointing finish for the team.
The clip of Ayub’s gesture spread rapidly across Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, drawing millions of views within hours. Hashtags such as #RockingBaby and #AsianGames2026 trended, with users commenting on the sportsmanship and the playful rivalry between the two nations.
Analysts noted that while the moment added a human touch to the Games, it also underscored the intense competition on the mat. The viral video has become one of the most talked‑about highlights of the Asian Games so far.