Haris Rauf Fined for Controversial Gesture in India-Pakistan Asia Cup Match
Haris Rauf Fined 30% Match Fee for Controversial ‘6-0’ Gesture at Asia Cup; Sahibzada Farhan Defends It, Citing Past Dhoni-Kohli Incidents
The Impressive TimesTIT Correspondent
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Pakistan fast bowler Haris Rauf has been fined 30% of his match fees after a controversial incident during the Asia Cup Super 4 clash against India. The ICC hearing, held on September 26, saw Rauf plead not guilty to charges related to his “6-0” gesture, which sparked a heated debate among fans and cricket analysts.
The incident took place on September 21 when Indian spectators began chanting Virat Kohli’s name, recalling the two sixes he hit off Rauf in the 2022 T20 World Cup at the MCG. In response, Rauf made hand signals mimicking an aircraft descending — widely interpreted as a provocative reference to India’s military operations.
Pakistani cricketer Sahibzada Farhan came to Rauf’s defense, arguing that similar gestures have been made by Indian players like Dhoni and Kohli in past matches, suggesting that such on-field expressions are part of cricket’s competitive spirit.
The episode has reignited discussions about player conduct and the fine line between competitive celebration and provocation in high-stakes matches between India and Pakistan.
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