After Mohammed Shami labels Inzamam-ul-Haq’s statements ‘cartoonish’, Basit Ali criticises it

Mohammad Shami, the prominent Indian bowler, is in the epicentre of a fierce dispute. Shami’s recent remarks about Inzamam-ul-Haq, the former captain of Pakistan, have come under heavy fire from a number of sources, including former cricketer Basit Ali.

Inzamam-ul-Haq’s claims of ball tampering against Indian bowlers during previous ICC events are the source of the dispute. According to Inzamam, India utilised modified balls with chips inserted in them to give themselves an unfair swing bowling advantage.

During the 2024 T20 World Cup match against Australia, Arshdeep Singh was specifically the target of these claims.

In response to these claims, Shami called Inzamam’s words “cartoonish remarks.” There has been criticism against the Indian pacer as a result of the word choice, which has offended several Pakistani players. Particularly Ali has been outspoken in his dissatisfaction and criticism of Shami.

“It is inappropriate for Shami to refer to Inzi bhai as a cartoon when discussing him. This nation has been commanded and captained by Inzamam. Shami, you didn’t use the best word choice. While we commend your bowling, you ought to have chosen your remarks more carefully. I was upset by your poor word choice, Ali stated, as reported by Hindustan Times.

Say it politely if you believe that Inzi bhai said something incorrectly: Basit Ali

Ali underlined the need of showing experienced players respect. He asked the pacer to refrain from making disparaging remarks about some of the game’s greatest players.

Say it politely if you believe that Inzi bhai mentioned something incorrect. Don’t refer to him as a cartoon and such. Show some decency. He is in his senior year. Respect for senior citizens is owed. If not, cricket will only make you joyful for 65 days out of 365 and will make you cry 300 days out of 365. Thus, I beg you not to do this; it’s a private request,” he continued.

The former Pakistani celebrity wasn’t holding back when he criticised Shami, calling his remarks offensive.

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Think before you speak; you can’t just say anything at any time. You always respond with “behuda” (indecent) answers to questions. The term “behuda (indecent)” is exactly what I’m using. You’ve used vulgar language, so go ahead and use it again. Most likely, your elders never taught you this,” he said in closing.