Afghanistan's Gulbadin Naib Under Fire for Alleged Time-Wasting in T20 World Cup
Controversial incident during rain-hit match against Bangladesh questions sportsmanship as Afghanistan secures semi-final spot.
- Gulbadin Naib accused of faking injury to delay game during crucial moment.
- Coach Jonathan Trott allegedly signaled players to slow down with Bangladesh trailing on DLS par score.
- ICC rules stipulate potential penalties for time-wasting, but no investigation announced yet.
- Afghanistan's captain and Naib dismissed allegations, citing legitimate injury concerns.
- Social media and cricket commentators divided over the incident's legitimacy.
The Guardian 