Pakistan women cricketers have sparked a buzz on social media during the ongoing Women’s Asia Cup, although the attention this time has come from their choice of footwear rather than their performances on the field.
Several members of the Pakistan women’s squad were spotted wearing sneakers from One8, the sportswear brand co-founded by former India captain Virat Kohli, during their match against Hong Kong at the Dubai International Stadium on Monday.
Left-arm spinner Nashra Sandhu and right-handed batter Eymaan Fatima were among the players seen wearing the brand. Images and videos of the cricketers in One8 footwear quickly circulated on social media, with fans highlighting the unexpected association with one of India’s most prominent sporting figures.
The players were seen wearing the One8 Cover Drive 18 X cricket shoes, which are available in three colour options: Trophy Gold, Sonic Blue and Jersey White.
🚨THE BEAUTIFUL SIDE OF CRICKET…!!❤️
– Pakistan women’s players were spotted wearing Virat Kohli’s One8 shoes during yesterday’s match against Hong Kong in the women’s Asia Cup.#Cricket | #AsiaCup pic.twitter.com/Q981YMriXm
— Rana Ahmad. (@AhmadRana056) September 8, 2026
While the footwear attracted attention off the field, Sandhu delivered a remarkable performance on it. The left-arm spinner recorded career-best figures of 6/7 in four overs, helping Pakistan dismiss Hong Kong for just 71 runs and secure a 72-run victory.
Sandhu’s outstanding spell also contributed to Pakistan securing a place in the semi-finals of the Women’s Asia Cup.
One8 has expanded beyond its association with Kohli and now offers a range of sportswear, including footwear, apparel and other sporting products. Agilitas lists One8 among its sportswear brands and describes it as a label co-founded with Kohli.
Kohli is also an investor in Agilitas, having invested Rs400 million in the company.
