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20 hours ago
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Wasim Akram faces flak from fans after complaint over alleged betting app promotion: See details inside
Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram faces backlash after a complaint was filed against the former fast bowler for endorsing a betting app, sparking criticism from fans online. A complaint has been filed against Wasim Akram for allegedly promoting betting in Pakistan. Image: AFP Pakistan's legendary cricketer, Wasim Akram, finds himself in hot water for allegedly promoting a gambling and betting app in his country. A complaint has been filed against the 59-year-old former fast bowler Akram with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) due to his alleged association with an online 'gambling and betting' platform relating to sports. The complaint was filed by Muhammad Fiaz in Lahore as he alleged that the former Pakistan captain has links with a foreign betting App – Baji – as its brand ambassador. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'A poster circulating on social media and a video clip show Wasim Akram endorsing the online platform, which has sparked interest among general users in the App,' the complainant said. Akram faces allegations of promoting betting Fiaz has urged the NCCIA to take action against Akram under the Electronic Crimes Act of 2016. The news of a complaint against Akram for allegedly endorsing betting in Pakistan was confirmed to the Indian news agency PTI by an official from NCCIA, who also added that 'we will take action against him if the allegations are found true'. The Baji Bet 'Betting and Casino' as per its Indian website is owned by Aurora Holdings NV, a company based in Curacao. Social media full of Akram promoting Baji products A cursory search on the social media platform X produces multiple posts from Baji-linked casino and betting handles featuring Wasim Akram as their brand ambassador and endorsing their products. In one of the videos that has been posted by a social media handle @bjaffiliatezara, Akram can be seen in an advertisement, saying, 'Experience the thrill of sports, like never before. I am proud to be the new brand ambassador of Baji. Join me here and 'Win like a King'.' The video was posted on 20 August 2024. Akram faces criticism from fans The former cricketer Akram also faced flak from fans, who accused him of promoting betting in Pakistan. 'Almost all influencers promoted it. Why the app is working in Pakistan? What about betting apps supporting psl franchises? Wasim Akram promoted it,' a fan wrote. Almost all influencers promoted it. Why the app is working in Pakistan? What about betting apps supporting psl franchises? Wasim Akram promoted it — Berlin (@GhabranaNahiHay) August 19, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Here are some more reactions: Wasim Akram ka betting sites halal hai. Youtuber ka haram hai — Rizwan (@Rizwow) August 18, 2025 Just a reminder: Saad akela nai hai sab ko pakro phir, aise tau wasim akram ne bhi betting company ki promotion ki hui hai uss pe bhi case hoga ab kya? — Rayham (@RayhamUnplugged) August 20, 2025 1990 sa jo fixing kr raha ha or betting khud bi krta tha or promote bi kr raha ha wasim akram sahb jin ko legend bnaia wa ha — Aazan Lodhi (@LodhiAazan) August 18, 2025 Akram is yet to make an official statement on the matter. A TikToker and YouTuber, Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, was also arrested in Pakistan on Saturday for allegedly promoting the betting app Baji.
News18
a day ago
- Sport
- News18
Pakistan Legend In Legal Trouble For Promoting Gambling App
Last Updated: Wasim Akram faces legal trouble for allegedly endorsing a betting platform, Baji. A complaint was filed in Lahore's NCCIA by Muhammad Fiaz. Akram has not yet issued a statement. Pakistan legend Wasim Akram finds himself in legal trouble for allegedly promoting and endorsing an online sports gambling and betting platform, according to a report in PTI. A complaint has been filed in the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore by one Muhammad Fiaz, seeking legal action. Fiaz alleged that the ex-fast bowler was linked with a foreign betting App — Baji — as its brand ambassador. He requested the NCCIA to take strict legal action against Akram under the Electronic Crimes Act of 2016. 'A poster circulating on social media and a video clip show Wasim Akram endorsing the online platform, which has sparked interest among general users in the App," the complainant said. The report cited a NCCIA official confirming receiving the complaint and promising 'action against him if the allegations are found true'. Akram is yet to issue a statement. Popular content creator Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, was arrested on Saturday in relation to the same app. This is not the first time something on the betting side of the sport has threatened to taint Akram's career. He was said to be involved in several match-fixing incidents during the 1980s-90s in Pakistan cricket, though he was never convicted or punished harshly. A Pakistan Cricket Board investigation had found him deep in the corrupt episodes of that time, but showed leniency due to his status as not only a senior figure but a world-class talent. Akram played 104 Tests and 356 ODIs, picking up 414 wickets in the longest format and 502 scalps in the One-Dayers. In an interview that came out on Wednesday, a day after the allegations were brought to light, Akram credited it to his first captain, Imran Khan. 'I think whatever I did as a cricketer, off the field, on the field, credit goes to him. He used to give us a lot of confidence. He led from the front. He had a belief in his own ability. He was a hardworking cricketer," Akram said on the Stick to Cricket podcast. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Loading comments...
NDTV
a day ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Wasim Akram Under Fire, Cyber Crime Complaint Filed Against Pakistan Cricket Great: Report
A complaint has been filed against former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram for allegedly endorsing and associating with an online "gambling and betting" platform related to sports, an official said on Tuesday. A complainant, Muhammad Fiaz, has filed an application with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore, seeking legal action against Akram for allegedly promoting a gambling and betting app. He said the former fast bowler was linked with a foreign betting app — Baji — as its brand ambassador. "A poster circulating on social media and a video clip show Wasim Akram endorsing the online platform, which has sparked interest among general users in the app," the complainant said. He requested the NCCIA to take strict legal action against Akram under the Electronic Crimes Act of 2016. An NCCIA official told PTI on Tuesday that it had received a complaint against Akram for being a brand ambassador of a foreign betting app and said, "We will take action against him if the allegations are found to be true." Akram has not yet issued any statement regarding the matter. In connection with the promotion of the same online app, famous TikToker and YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, was arrested on Saturday. Recently, Wasim Akram, Pakistan great and one of the most lethal pacers in the history of the game, was impressed by Mohammed Siraj and termed his performance against England as 'the best" he has seen in the recent past. "I rarely watch cricket when I'm not working, but I was glued to the last day. Siraj was full of hunger and passion – it was an incredible effort. To bowl nearly 186 overs across five Tests and still be that fiery on the final day shows remarkable stamina and mental strength. He's not just a support bowler anymore. He's leading the attack and doing it with heart. Even when a catch went down– that of Brook – he didn't lose focus. That's the mark of a fighter. Test cricket is alive and kicking," Akram said in an interview to Telecom Asia Sport.
