Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar is known for his bold statements, but this time his words may have landed him in serious trouble. A remark he made on television could prove costly, as Pakistani celebrity and sports anchor Dr. Nauman Niaz has issued him a legal notice worth approximately Rs 100 crore, accusing him of defamation.
Did Shoaib Akhtar Insult Dr. Nauman in the Interview?
On the TV show “The Dug Out” aired on May 25, Shoaib Akhtar claimed that during his playing days, Dr. Nauman used to carry players’ bags and that was the reason he was included in the team setup. This statement quickly went viral on social media.
Dr. Nauman has responded strongly, stating that the comment is factually incorrect and appears to be a deliberate attempt to damage his professional reputation.
‘Dr. Nauman Niaz ko hum ne bag uthanay k liye rakha hua tha’ – Shoaib Akhtar
🎥: The DugOut#PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/3zh8w9sSSH---Advertisement---— Usman (@jamilmusman_) May 30, 2025
What Does the Legal Notice Say?
In the legal notice issued on May 29, Dr. Nauman has demanded that Shoaib Akhtar issue an unconditional public apology and withdraw his statement within 14 days. Failure to do so will result in legal action.
Dr. Nauman also claims that Shoaib has made similar disparaging remarks about him over the past three years. As of now, Shoaib Akhtar has not publicly responded to the legal notice or the controversy.
Bad news for Shoaib Akhtar 💔 and full sympathies for Dr. Nauman Niaz for Shoaib Akhtar's ugly stamnt attitude .#shoaibakhter #Cricket #Pakistan #Islamabad pic.twitter.com/chyFKwDqeW
— Zohaib_804 (@Zohaib_804) May 31, 2025
A History of Clashes
This isn’t the first time the two have clashed publicly. Back in October 2021, during a live television show, Dr. Nauman told Shoaib to leave the show, calling him “over smart.” In response, Shoaib Akhtar walked off the set live on air. The incident led to PTV demanding Rs 10 crore in damages from Akhtar.
Legendary moment where Doc Nauman Niaz showed Shoaib Akhtar his true aukaat pic.twitter.com/ggUu8xr0EN
— yang goi (@GongR1ght) May 30, 2025
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