Gulbadin Naib’s actions following a ‘supposed’ hamstring injury while fielding at slip during a crucial point in the match against Bangladesh have ignited a debate among commentators. Simon Doull criticized the Afghanistan all-rounder. This incident occurred just before another rain delay during the match at St. Vincent on June 25, with the game hanging in the balance. Bangladesh were at 81 for 7, trailing by 2 runs on the DLS score.
Afghanistan coach Jonathan Trott sent a message to the players to slow things down, prompting Gulbadin Naib to clutch his hamstring and fall to the ground. This even displeased Rashid Khan, who repeatedly asked Naib what had happened. As the covers came on, Naib was seen being helped off the field. You can watch the full video below:
This has got to be the most funniest thing ever 🤣 Gulbadin Naib just breaks down after coach tells him to slow things down 🤣😂 pic.twitter.com/JdHm6MfwUp
— Sports Production (@SportsProd37) June 25, 2024
Doull expressed his frustration over Naib’s antics, calling them unacceptable.
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“The coach sends a message out to say Slow it down, Slow it down and the first slip just dives on the ground needlessly. That is unacceptable. Gone off anyway. I get that might have gone off anyway for the rain,” said Doull.
Even Litton Das found it amusing and was seen discussing it with Mohammad Nabi. When the video replayed, the commentary box erupted in laughter, with Pommie Mbengwa jokingly asking, “Oscar, Emmy?” and Doull remarking, “match fee gone.”
Naib did not return to the field when the game restarted, with Najibullah taking his place. However, he came back shortly afterward and even bowled the 15th over.
Afghanistan later won the match and qualified for the semis eliminating Australia from the tournament.
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