Wasim Akram calls out Abdullah Shafique's'silencing’ celebration in PSL
Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram’s outspoken comments on the popular sports talk show ‘Pavilion’, have been stirring significant buzz since last year. The show, which garnered massive traction during the ICC World Cup 2023, is back as Akram delves into the intricacies of the ongoing Pakistan Super League 2024.
During a recent episode, Akram didn’t hold back in his critique of Lahore Qalandars’ player Abdullah Shafique for his reaction after taking a crucial catch to dismiss Islamabad United’s Imad Wasim. Islamabad found themselves in a precarious position during their chase, with four wickets down for just 32 runs in 5.4 overs.
Shafique’s remarkable catch was marred by his subsequent gesture, prompting Akram to recall Shafique’s fielding mishaps during the Australia tour in December 2023, which proved costly for Pakistan.
“Jo 36 catch Australia mein chhod kar aaye uska kaun jawab dega,” questioned Akram.
“Brilliant catch indeed. But someone tells him, Cricket chhodo te aake drame wich kamm karo. He should speak about the catches he dropped in Australia if he wants to silence the critics by putting his fingers on his lips, or whatever it was,” he added.