Imad Wasim’s Smoking Controversy Surfaces After PSL Final Triumph

Islamabad United‘s Imad Wasim found himself embroiled in controversy as he was caught smoking in the dressing room, following his exceptional performance in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024 final against Multan Sultans. Wasim’s heroics with the ball helped Islamabad secure their third PSL title at the National Bank Cricket Arena in Karachi.

Opening the bowling for Islamabad United, Imad Wasim dismantled the Multan Sultan batting line-up with a sensational five-wicket haul, comprising of career-best figures of 5 for 23. The performance was not only crucial for Wasim but also for Islamabad, as it played a pivotal role in restricting Multan to a total of 159 for nine in the final.

Following his impactful bowling display, a viral video on social media captured Imad Wasim smoking in the dressing room, a move that stirred controversy and raised eyebrows among fans and cricket enthusiasts. This incident brings to light the issue of player behavior and adherence to regulations within the cricketing fraternity.

Notably, this is not the first instance of a cricketer sparking controversy due to smoking in the dressing room. In the past, players like Afghanistan‘s Mohammad Shahzad and Australia’s Glenn Maxwell have been caught in similar situations, prompting discussions about the influence of such actions on the image of the sport.

In the final, alongside Wasim’s heroics, the contributions of Martin Guptill, Shadab Khan, and others played a significant role in Islamabad United’s successful chase of Multan Sultans’ target. Guptill’s half-century, coupled with crucial partnerships and late flourishes from players like Azam Khan, Naseem Shah, and Hunain Shah, sealed the victory for Islamabad.