In the long -awaited India and Pakistan’s match on ICC Champions Trophy 2025Pakistani Spinner Abrar Ahmed found himself at the center of controversy after rejecting the Indian opener Shubman Gill. Despite the bowling, the amazing delivery that caught Gill, Ahmed’s animated sending pulled sharp criticism of anyone but Pakistani legend for crickets Wasim Akram.
Controversial incident
During the chase of India of 241 Running Pakistan, Abrar He sprayed the beautiful Carromic ball that broke through Gill’s outer edge, knocking over his stumps. The release came at the age of 18, reducing India to 100/2. However, Ahmed’s reaction caused a discussion. He folded his hands and signaled his eyes, pointing out that Gill should leave the field, a gesture that many perceived as aggressive.
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Criticism of the acom was
Wasim Akram, known for his open opinions, expressed the disapproval of Ahmed’s glory. Talking about Sports Central, Akram praised delivery but criticized sending, stating, “Time aur Jagah Hoti Hain on Yaar” (There is time and place for all). Akram emphasized that such celebrations are justified only when the team wins or when the player produced performance, not when the team struggles.
Akram noted that Ahmed’s behavior did not look good on TV, he advised him to be humble, especially in a situation where Pakistan was under pressure. He asked if anyone was leading Ahmed how to behave in such situations.
“Is there no one to pull him and ask what he does? Look at the situation of the match – you are under Kosh, and yet celebrate as if you took five hicks,” He added.
“The celebration has killed everything,” Akram said.
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