Mohammad Shami slams Hasan Raza for his allegations on Team India

In the high-stakes world of international cricket, where competition is fierce, controversies sometimes take centre-stage. The ongoing ICC World Cup 2023 has been no exception, with former Pakistani cricketer Hasan Raza levelling some rather bold accusations against the Indian team, the BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India), and the ICC (International Cricket Council).

India's incredible performance in the tournament, having won all 8 of their matches and secured a spot in the semi-finals, has attracted attention from cricket enthusiasts worldwide. However, Hasan Raza's claims have added a layer of intrigue to the mix.

Raza's first allegation was that the ICC and BCCI were somehow favouring the Indian team by providing them with different balls compared to other teams. This accusation arose after India's stunning victory over Sri Lanka, where they defended a mammoth total of 357 by bowling out their opponents for just 55 runs. Mohammed Shami's exceptional performance, taking 5 wickets for 18 runs, was a key highlight of the match.

The second accusation came after India's convincing win against South Africa by a margin of 243 runs in Kolkata. Raza suggested that the BCCI was manipulating the Decision Review System (DRS) in India's favour, citing a contentious LBW (Leg Before Wicket) decision involving Heinrich Klaasen.

While cricket has seen its fair share of controversies and debates, these allegations have been met with skepticism by many. One of Pakistan's cricketing legends, Wasim Akram, even expressed his amusement with Raza's claims, hinting that they were more for fun than anything else.

In a message shared on his Instagram story, Shami urged Raza to refocus on the game itself, emphasizing that this is the ICC World Cup, a prestigious global event, not just a local tournament. Shami also reminded Raza that he had represented his country at the international level and should, therefore, appreciate the significance of this competition.

Shami's message is a call for cricket enthusiasts to celebrate the spirit of the game, showcasing talent and skill, rather than indulging in baseless allegations. He highlights the importance of trusting and respecting cricketing legends like Wasim Akram, who possess a deep understanding of the sport.

In a world where cricket is meant to bring people together through its beauty and competitiveness, Shami's reminder resonates with fans. It encourages us all to keep our focus on the real essence of the game – the thrill of the competition and the joy of watching remarkable performances. In the midst of a thrilling World Cup, it's the cricket itself that should take center stage.

And now, Indian pacer Mohammad Shami entered the endeavour and targetted Hasan Raza for his statements like this. He reminded Raza that this was an ICC event and not any local tournament and that he played international cricket once.

Mohammad Shami wrote on his Instagram story: “Sharm karo yaar game par focus karo na ki faltu bakwas par kabhi to dusre ki success ko enjoy kia karo, Chii yaar ICC World Cup hai apka local cricket tournament, nahi hai or aap player hi the naa.
Shami further asked Raza to atleast believe his own ex-Pakistani teammate in Wasim Akram, who is a legend of pace bowling. Shami even threw in the latest trending “just like a wow” as well.

“Wasim bhai ne samjhaya hai explain kia tha phir bhi. Apne player, apne Wasim Akram par yakin nahi apko apna tarif karne main lage hai janab aap to just like a wow,” Shami added.