Pakistan’s struggles in Asia Cup 2025 continue, and Shahid Afridi made things worse with his comments after Fakhar Zaman’s dismissal. Instead of focusing on the team’s problems, he took aim at the umpire.
Afridi’s comment sparks controversy
Afridi said, “He has to do umpiring in the IPL too,” suggesting bias. The umpire was Sri Lankan, not Indian. Still, Afridi blamed him instead of discussing Pakistan’s on-field issues.
Debatable dismissal raises questions
Fakhar seemed to edge the ball, but there was doubt about whether it bounced before reaching wicketkeeper Sanju Samson. The third umpire ruled it out. Afridi and Mohammad Yusuf felt all angles weren’t checked properly.
Fans call out blame game
Pakistani fans on social media didn’t hold back. Many criticised Afridi and the team for blaming officials instead of owning up to weak bowling and poor fielding. The trolling showed growing frustration with repeated excuses.
Real problems need attention
Pointing fingers at foreign umpires grabs attention but solves nothing. Pakistan needs to face its flaws. Until they do, distractions like this will only delay real improvement.
