Basit Ali (Twitter)
Pakistan Cricket has often been surrounded by controversies, with many of their players being accused of match-fixing. In the past, players like Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Asif, and Salman Butt have faced bans after they were found guilty of spot-fixing.
In the upcoming Pakistan Champions Cup, which is a domestic one-day tournament, Shoaib Malik has been appointed as the mentor of the Stallions’ side. However, former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali came forward and lambasted Malik, stating that someone who has been accused of fixing should not be in such a position.
Basit Ali claimed that Shoaib Malik has lost a game for Pakistan on purpose, and he can provide proof for the same as well. He pointed out in an interview that Ramiz Raja took on Shoaib Malik as well.
Watch the video below:
Basit Ali 🗣️
Shoaib Malik ne jaan bhoj k match harwaye hai i have proof
Usko mentor nahi banana chahye #PakistanCricket #BabarAzam pic.twitter.com/U4OWRPjmnH— ЅᏦᎽ (@13hamdard) September 11, 2024
“The one who doesn’t think about the country, should not be appointed. The one who has admitted that he has deliberately lost a match, should not be the mentor. If you want evidence I will give it. Ramiz Raja Saheb interviewed Shoaib Malik. What did he say?” Basit Ali said in a video which has been going viral all over social media.
Recently, Basit Ali made the headlines by commenting on India’s travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy 2025. Pakistan were chosen as the hosts for the tournament, but India has been hesitant to travel to Pakistan due to the political tensions between both countries.
“Now, the entire decision lies on the shoulders of PM Narendra Modi. If he agrees then India may travel to Pakistan for the Champions Trophy. Otherwise, the ball will be in ICC’s court and then Jay Shah will have a tough time in taking a call,” Basit had said on his YouTube channel.