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5 days ago
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Babar Azam's father-Kamran Akmal engage in social media war after explosive podcast: 'Talking behind the backs'
The relationship of Babar Azam father and Kamran Akmal took an ugly turn after a recent podcast, leading to both parties trading barbs on Instagram. read more A social media war has erupted between Pakistan cricketer Babar Azam's father, Azam Siddique, and former wicketkeeper-batter Kamran Akmal over the latter's explosive comments about Babar on a podcast. Neither side held back, with Siddique accusing Akmal of jealousy, while the former cricketer advised him to 'stay within your limits.' Interestingly, Babar and Akmal are close relatives. Babar is Akmal's first cousin through his paternal uncle, however, their relationship hadn't been very friendly of late and things got ugly after a podcast appearance of the former cricketer. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Akaml feels Babar should only play in Tests Reacting to Pakistan coach Mike Hesson's decision to drop Babar and Mohammad Rizwan from the T20I side , Akmal said that the duo should now be sidelined from ODIs also and only be picked in Test cricket. 'In my opinion, they should now be kept only for Test matches. Maybe after another six months, they should be considered only for Test cricket,' Akmal said. 'After another six months, they should be sidelined from ODIs as well, because Pakistan hardly plays Test matches these days. No one is even talking about Test cricket. But if any real players are made, it is through playing Test cricket.' This led to a sharp reaction from Babar's father Siddique, who took to Instagram to share an old picture featuring Babar, Akmal and himself. He added a stern caption reminding Akmal of how, under his captaincy, Babar once hit a hundred the same day the now-retired cricketer was dismissed for a duck. Babar's father hits back at Akmal 'This child (Babar) never played under your captaincy, but you did play under his captaincy and got out for zero while he scored a century that day. Talking behind the backs of successful people is a compulsion of those who have failed,' Siddique wrote. He also added a Turkish proverb, which translates to: 'If someone says they are your brother, they should also clarify whether they are like Habil or Qabil (a reference to the biblical story of Abel and Cain).' Akmal hit back at his uncle with another Instagram post in which he accused him of creating 'false narratives' and crossing the limits. Akmal's Instagram post also included a screenshot of Siddique's post. 'May Allah bless you with even more respect and success. Being silent is not an option every time, especially when false narratives are being spread,' Akmal wrote. 'I kindly ask you to think twice before speaking or posting about me without facts. May parents have raised us to be never jealous of anyone, and Alhamdulillah, I've proudly represented my country and performed with dignity. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Next time please choose your words more carefully. There are clear boundaries and you've crossed them more than once. Stay within your limits.' Akmal also adviced his uncle not to indulge in 'agendas' which can spoil the respect he commands. 'Don't lose your respect by continuing this path. Cricket is about performance and not personal agendas. And if you're going to hit at someone, be clear. Truth doesn't hide in shadows. Pakistan always Zindabad.'
Express Tribune
5 days ago
- Sport
- Express Tribune
Babar Azam's father blasted by fans online
Azam Siddique, father of Pakistan cricket star Babar Azam, has delivered a sharp rebuttal to Kamran Akmal's recent comments suggesting that Babar Azam should be restricted to playing only Test cricket going forward. On a recent podcast, Akmal asserted it was 'absolutely the right decision' to drop the two key players permanently from Pakistan's T20 International squad. He argued that both are more suited to the longer format of the game and said, 'In my opinion, they should now be kept only for Test matches. Maybe after another six months, they should be considered only for Test cricket.' Akmal further questioned their futures in the One Day International (ODI) format, stating, 'After another six months, they should be sidelined from ODIs as well, because Pakistan hardly plays Test matches these days. No one is even talking about Test cricket. But if any real players are made, it is through playing Test cricket.' Responding on Instagram, Siddique posted an old photograph featuring himself, Babar Azam, and Kamran Akmal, alongside a pointed caption addressing Akmal's remarks. He reminded Akmal that Babar had never played under his captaincy, but that Akmal himself had been dismissed for zero while Babar scored a century under Akmal's captaincy. Siddique added, 'Talking behind the backs of successful people is a compulsion of those who have failed.' Siddique also quoted a Turkish proverb: 'If someone says they are your brother, they should also clarify whether they are like Habil or Qabil' — a reference to the biblical story of Cain and Abel. Earlier, Kamran Akmal criticised Babar's father for publicly commenting on his son's career, saying family members should avoid interfering in professional decisions. 'I faced tough times too, but I told my father and brothers not to speak; it was my matter,' Akmal said. 'It's not appropriate to speak against the institution either.' Earlier this year, both Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan were left out of Pakistan's five-match T20I series in New Zealand as selectors chose to test younger players. Neither has returned to the T20I side since. Social media users have had a mixed reaction to the developing saga, with many criticising Azam for getting involved in his son's cricketing career. Azam Siddique has to be the most stupid and cringiest Father to ever exist for an International Cricket Star Everytime he opens his social media, he embarrasses his son. Instead of praying for his son,and advising him to upgrade his game Big reason of babars downfall#Babarazam — Tabish (@AaqibMushtaq00) May 30, 2025 Yr Azam Siddiqui ko shoq ha phadday ka to politics join krlay — Ali Hassan (@alihassan6663) May 30, 2025 Disrespectful by Babar's family. His father shouldn't be involved in this dual. Kamran comments were purely related to cricket. Why Babar's family is taking it personally. — آســــᷦــᷧــᷤــⷶـــاز (@sjq_76) May 30, 2025 Well you can judge by the tweets of azam siddique that he is one hell of a toxic uncle, and possesses all the qualities of a keere baaz aunty and effects of his thinking are also shown in Babar's approach towards cricket. — sheharyar warraich (@sheri040) May 30, 2025
Straits Times
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Straits Times
Singapore chef Akmal Anuar's Harummanis Dubai enters Bib Gourmand list there
Chef Akmal Anuar (foreground, right) and his parents at the Michelin Guide ceremony in Dubai. PHOTO: AKMALANUAROFFICIAL/INSTAGRAM SINGAPORE – Dubai-based Singaporean chef Akmal Anuar's five-month-old Harummanis Dubai has earned a spot on the Bib Gourmand list. Dubai's Michelin Guide 2025 was announced on May 22. This accolade comes shortly after the restaurant opened in the glitzy city in December 2024. It carries the legacy of chef Akmal's parents, who have been running their family's nasi padang hawker stall – also called Harummanis – in Teck Whye since 1992. Harumanis means sweet-smelling and refers to a popular Indonesian mango variety. Akmal opened modern Malay restaurant Harummanis in Kampong Glam in Singapore in November 2023. In Dubai, the menu at Harummanis offers traditional dishes with a modern twist. They include beef cheek rendang; ketoprak, an Indonesian salad reimagined with Japanese sesame sauce and kombu in place of the traditional peanut dressing; and smoky udang galah, featuring Australian jumbo prawns grilled with curry leaves and peppercorns. Chef Akmal, together with his parents, attended the Michelin Guide's ceremony in Dubai and went on stage to receive their plaques. In a post on Instagram, chef Akmal, 42, says: 'Today marks the day that I've fulfilled myself as a chef, son and a dad. To see my parents attend and be up on stage with them and receive their first Michelin award is a beautiful thing. This is so special. 'I feel so blessed and thankful to my team and family. I cannot ask for more.' A post on Harummanis Dubai's Instagram account says: 'This journey took over three decades of feeding the community, storytelling, overcoming tribulations and many celebrations. We continue our mission to introduce Malay cuisine to the world and Dubai is truly home and a platform to do this.' Harummanis Dubai adds to chef Akmal's stable of eateries in the United Arab Emirates city. Japanese restaurants Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori and Otoro are already on the Bib Gourmand list. His Italian restaurant Osteria Funkcoolio also makes its debut on the guide , under the Michelin-selected list. Before chef Akmal left for Dubai in 2014, he was best known as the head chef at one-Michelin-starred Iggy's for seven years. During his time there, Iggy's ranked No. 26 on the World's 50 Best Restaurants list and No. 1 on the Asian list. Over the years, he has created several restaurants, including 53 in New York; Mavia and Chie in Sharjah, the UAE; and a boutique hospitality company, which oversees his restaurant empire. More recently, he was awarded Berita Harian's 26th Achiever of the Year Award in October 2024, for making an indelible mark on the international fine-dining scene. The award by the Malay-language daily honours exemplary individuals from the Malay/Muslim community who have made a significant impact in their field. On expanding Harummanis to Dubai, chef Akmal had said: 'Singaporean Malay cuisine has layers of depth that haven't been fully explored globally. 'Harummanis is about bringing those flavours to the forefront while staying true to my hawker roots. This is the food that shaped who I am.' Check out ST's Food Guide for the latest foodie recommendations in Singapore.
AsiaOne
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- AsiaOne
Singaporean chef Akmal Anuar's Malay restaurant in Dubai earns spot on Michelin Guide, Lifestyle News
Accomplished Singaporean chef Akmal Anuar, who already owns 10 restaurants around the world, has added another accolade to his already impressive list of achievements. The F&B entrepreneur's restaurant Harummanis has been officially recognised in Dubai's latest Michelin Guide. The Dubai-based restaurant took to social media last Friday (May 23) to announce the news. The caption read: "We are officially in the Michelin Guide!" In the post, the restaurant extended its heartfelt thanks to those who have supported it over the years—from guests and staff to family and friends. Harummanis has come a long way since its humble beginnings in 1992 as a local hawker stall in Teck Whye Lane serving authentic Malay cuisine. It has since gone international, and the Dubai-based restaurant continues its mission to bring Malay flavours to the world stage. At the heart of its success is Akmal's dedication to honouring the culinary legacy of his parents, who run the hawker stall. Through Harummanis in Dubai, he offers a contemporary interpretation of traditional Malay recipes. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @akmalanuarofficial On the same day Harummanis announced its Michelin recognition, Akmal shared a touching tribute post to his parents on social media. "Today marks the day that I've fulfilled myself as a chef, son and a dad. "To see my parents attend and be up on stage with them and receive their first Michelin award is a beautiful thing," he wrote. While this is a first for Harummanis, it isn't Akmal's only experience with Michelin prestige. His other Dubai-based restaurant Goldfish was awarded the Bib Gourmand for the fourth year running. His other Dubai-based restaurants include one-Michelin starred 11 Woodfire, the Japanese-Italian fusion Osteria Funkcoolio and patisserie Sam Tarts. What to expect at Harummanis According to the official Michelin Guide website, dishes at Harummanis are praised for their "perfectly spiced" and "balanced" flavours. Standout dishes that diners can look out for include the six-hour cooked rendang made with 20 spices and ayam geprek complemented by sambal belacan. It is best to come in a group as dishes are made for communal dining. If a trip to Dubai for a meal there isn't feasible for you, there's good news. A local branch of Harummanis opened in Kampong Glam in November 2024, offering similarly refined takes on Malay classics right here in Singapore. [[nid:702076]] amierul@
The Star
19-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Don't get too comfortable with your mandate in Melaka, Bersatu Youth tells Akmal
PETALING JAYA: Melaka needs leaders who solve the people's problems instead of squabbling, says Bersatu Youth. Its information chief Harris Idaham Rashid said there was dissatisfaction on the ground with the recent back-and-forth between Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan over seat sharing in next year's state election. He also advised Umno Youth chief Datuk Dr Muhamad Akmal Saleh not to "get too comfortable" with the mandate the party received in the 2021 state polls, as the political landscape had changed. "The people want leaders who don't just criticise and fight among themselves, but who find solutions to the problems faced by the public," he said in a statement on Monday (May 19). He said support for Perikatan Nasional had surged in the state, as seen in the GE15 results in 2022 when the coalition won in Umno strongholds like Jasin, where Dr Akmal is division chief. In 2021, Barisan secured a two-thirds majority in the state assembly, winning 21 out of 28 seats. Pakatan won five and Perikatan, two. In GE15, however, Barisan lost in every parliamentary seat it contested in Melaka. Pakatan won three of the six seats, with Perikatan taking the remaining three. Earlier this month, nine DAP branches in the state proposed a 14-14 seat sharing formula between Barisan and Pakatan in the next Melaka election. Akmal had reportedly rejected the idea outright, telling his unity government colleagues to "dream on". Last week, Barisan chairman and Umno president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi said seat discussions should be left to the top leadership and besides, the Melaka polls are only due next year.
