James Faulkne Faces Verbal Attacks from Shoaib Akhtar, Shahid Afridi Over PSL Pull Out

After James Faulkner pulled out from Pakistan Super League (PSL 2022) citing alleged non-payment of dues, he is being verbally attacked by the likes of Shoaib Akhtar and Shahid Afridi for his behavior. The former fast bowler said the financial issues could have been resolved with the authorities, and the all-rounder could have handled the issue in a restraint manner. He added that what Faulkner did, tarnished Pakistan’s international reputation.

“We are trying to build a franchise model in Pakistan. PSL is getting bigger and better by the day and we are contributing as much as we can. But such incidents, like Faulkner, who is a part of our community, he has no right to defame Pakistan. The way he overreacted and insulted PSL. You can have complaints and one should have clarity over financial matters, but you should approach it calmly,” said Akhtar.

“Faulkner however defamed PCB, misbehaved with the immigration camera. Pakistan’s image matter to me a lot. Faulkner was accepted by Quetta Gladiators despite him being removed from the Hobbart side. Tarnishing the image of Pakistan is not acceptable at all. You should have discussed with the organisers. But to throw your stuff and break the chandelier that is not good for his image. My heart goes out for him as a cricketer. I strictly condemn his action.”