CPL 2024: Imad Wasim didn't chase the ball while fielding, replaced by team

By Rohit - September 3, 2024
Last updated on Sep 03, 2024 04:27 PM
CPL 2024: Imad Wasim didn't chase the ball while fielding, replaced by team

Antigua and Barbuda Falcons all-rounder Imad Wasim found himself at the center of a heated controversy after a shocking fielding lapse during the CPL 2024 match against Barbados Royals. His failure to stop a boundary ball, despite having ample time, drew criticism from teammates, fans, and commentators alike.

The incident occurred in the 14th over of the match, with Barbados Royals needing just a few runs to secure victory. Quinton de Kock guided a slower short ball towards the third-man area, and Imad Wasim, positioned at third man, had a clear chance to cut off the ball. However, to the astonishment of everyone present, Wasim made no effort to stop the ball from reaching the boundary.

His nonchalant attitude towards the situation angered his teammate Mohammad Amir, who was bowling at the time. Amir expressed his frustration to Wasim, and the incident quickly escalated into a heated exchange. The captain was forced to intervene and calm the situation, ultimately deciding to shift Imad Wasim to another fielding position.

The Barbados Royals wrapped up the run chase (target 146) in no time as Quinton de Kock remained unbeaten on 87 runs off 45 deliveries. Antigua and Barbuda Falcons have begun the CPL 2024 season with three successive losses.

The franchise lost their first two matches on the very last ball and will next face the St. Lucia Kings on Tuesday, September 3.

It remains unknown whether Imad Wasim chose not to go after the ball because the fate of the contest was already sealed or due to an underlying injury concern. He was injured during the latter stages of The Hundred 2024 Men's Competition but recovered to play until the end of the league phase.

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