Controversy in Pakistan cricket! Ramiz Raja mocks Babar Azam on-air – ‘Yeh drama karega’ | Cricket News

Ramiz Raja and Babar Azam Former cricketer Ramiz Raja’s controversial comment about Pakistan captain Babar Azam during the first Test match against South Africa at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Sunday has gone viral. The incident occurred on Day 1 when Raja, while commentating, made a controversial remark as Babar reviewed a caught-behind decision against him.The incident took place on the first ball of the 48th over when Babar Azam, who was batting at one run, faced a delivery from left-arm spinner Senuran Muthusamy. The ball pitched and turned away as Babar attempted to defend, leading to an appeal.The on-field umpire initially gave Babar not out, believing there was no edge. South Africa immediately opted for the Decision Review System (DRS), and replays showed there was no edge, resulting in Babar staying at the crease.During the review process, Ramiz Raja, as per the viral post on social media, was heard saying on commentary, “Haan haan yeh abh drama karega” (If this is given out, he’ll create drama), a comment that quickly gained attention on social media platforms. Click here to watch the viral clip of Ramiz Raja’s controversial commentThough, TimesofIndia.com can’t confirm the claim. Furthermore, Raja hasn’t yet spoken about the incident. Throughout his brief innings, Babar had looked steady at the crease, alternating between stepping forward and going deep in his crease to handle the turning deliveries. However, the mounting pressure from the South African spinners eventually resulted in his wicket.Babar Azam went on to score 23 runs from 48 balls in his innings, displaying confident batting with elegant shots, including a well-timed boundary through mid-on off Muthusamy. He demonstrated good technique against the spinners, using soft hands and proper footwork.Pakistan ended the first day of the first Test on a high note, reaching 313/5 at stumps.

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