Unexpected developments during the 13th match of the Champions League Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 (BPL), Fortune Barishal‘with Tamim Iqbal and Riders of Rangpur‘ Alex Hales they were involved in a heated exchange of messages during the post-match handshake. The incident, which has sparked widespread debate among cricket fans, has highlighted a personal conflict that has gone beyond the field. Hales, revealed the nature of the conflict after the game.
Alex Hales opens up about his heated debate with Tamim Iqbal
The row reportedly started when Iqbal allegedly directed personal remarks at Hales, the 36-year-old revealed details of the row. stated that Iqbal made rude remarks, questioning whether he was embarrassed by his drug ban for England and if he continued to use drugs.
“He asked me if I was embarrassed about being banned for drugs for England and asked if I was still taking drugs and he was very, very rude,Hales stated (via One Cricket).
Hales expressed his disappointment, stating that problems on the field should stay on the field, and criticized the personal nature of the confrontation, especially since it happened after the game. “It’s a shame really because if anything happens on the field it just ends up on the field, but to get personal and that’s after the game, I think it’s pathetic to be honest“, he added.
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A controversial past resurfaces
Hales’ history with recreational drugs came to light in 2019 when he received a 21-day ban, leading to his exclusion from England’s World Cup squad and a provisional suspension from all forms of the game. Although Hales has since returned to professional cricket, the incident remains a sensitive chapter in his career.
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