Imad Wasim viral video: Pakistan cricketer spotted smoking in dressing room during PSL final
Shortly after his remarkable display on the field, videos circulated widely on social media capturing Imad Wasim smoking in the team’s dressing room during the match’s 18th over. This incident stirred up controversy, overshadowing his exceptional on-field performance. Despite the smoking incident, Wasim was recognized as the Player of the Match for his remarkable all-round contributions, aiding Islamabad United’s victory in the PSL final, marking their first final victory since 2018.
On the flip side, Multan Sultans, appearing in their fourth consecutive final, ended as runners-up for the third consecutive season. Despite clinching the championship title in the 2021 edition, they finished as runners-up in the subsequent two editions, with Lahore Qalandars securing back-to-back titles.
Imad Wasim seen wildcard for T20 World Cup
Imad Wasim’s consistent standout performances in the recent Pakistan Super League have positioned him as a potential wildcard selection for this year’s T20 World Cup. His impactful contributions in successive matches, including a match-winning 59 not out against Peshawar Zalmi, have garnered attention. However, despite his retirement from international cricket in November last year, Pakistan Test captain and Islamabad United teammate Shadab Khan expressed optimism about Imad’s potential return for the T20 World Cup, believing his bowling style suits the conditions expected in the USA and the Caribbean.Imad’s past performances in the T20 World Cup, where he claimed four wickets in six matches in the 2021 edition, underscore his potential value to the Pakistan team. Despite not featuring in the most recent tournament in Australia, he remains open to a potential recall if called upon by skipper Shaheen Afridi.
