The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL 2024) has kicked off with thrilling encounters and outstanding performances, but the sixth match of the season, featuring Fortune Barishal and Khulna Tigers, has stirred controversy due to the unexpected actions of veteran Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik.
Despite the Khulna Tigers securing victory by eight wickets, Malik’s unconventional performance has triggered speculation and raised questions about the integrity of the match.
Shoaib Malik raised eyebrows by delivering three consecutive no-balls in a single over, sparking discussions and allegations of match-fixing within the cricketing community.
During the crucial encounter, Shoaib Malik, known for his spin bowling, surprised everyone by delivering three no-balls in a single over.
This unusual display of errors, especially from an experienced player like Malik, has prompted fans to voice their concerns on social media platforms, with some even suggesting that the match might have been influenced or fixed.
Malik, who recently joined the Fortune Barishal camp shortly after his third marriage, found himself in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons.
His three no-balls in quick succession allowed Khulna Tigers’ West Indies-based opener, Evin Lewis, to capitalize on the situation, smashing 18 runs off the over and crafting a match-winning innings of 53 runs from just 22 balls.
Fans took to various platforms to express their concerns, with many demanding an investigation into the matter to uphold the integrity of the game.
While allegations of match-fixing have surfaced, it remains to be seen whether authorities will launch an official inquiry into Malik’s performance during the BPL 2024 match.
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is yet to make an official statement regarding the matter, leaving fans and stakeholders eagerly awaiting any updates on the potential investigation.
In terms of the match itself, Fortune Barishal set a challenging target of 188 for the Khulna Tigers, with Mushfiqur Rahim top-scoring with an unbeaten 68 off 39 balls.
The Tigers, however, successfully chased down the total with two overs to spare, securing their position at the top of the BPL 2024 table with two consecutive wins.
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