Wasim Akram Points Out What he Hates About Cricket Right Now

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has once again spoken from the heart, expressing his frustration with the increasingly divisive nature of cricket in recent times.

During a recent media interaction with Wisden, the legendary fast bowler highlighted the persistent politics that continue to plague the sport.

“What I don’t like in cricket is politics. I am sorry. Straightforward. Sports should be away from politics,” Wasim Akram said.

While cricket and regional politics have remained intertwined since the game’s inception, the recent escalation and politicization of the sport into a pseudo-battleground has left many legends unimpressed. The fallout from the 2025 Asia Cup and Afghanistan’s withdrawal from the upcoming Pakistan tri-nation series are expected to mark the beginning of a more polarized era in the game.

Wasim Akram went on to explain how the situation might be improved.

“Pick every player from every nation. Be brave, be bigger — but that’s not happening. That’s where I think the ICC comes in. That’s where cricket boards come in. It doesn’t matter who owns the leagues, doesn’t matter who owns the teams in the leagues — every player from every nation should be picked up,” he added.

Wasim Akram was referring to the growing perception that India’s stronghold on franchise leagues around the world is resulting in fewer opportunities for Pakistani players, given the strained relations between the two neighboring countries. While cricket boards have denied this claim, team rosters often suggest otherwise.

In these divisive times, Wasim Akram’s words offer a call for unity and fairness.

His message is likely to resonate with fans and former players alike, many of whom believe it reflects the current reality of global sport. For a man who led Pakistan with passion and played the game with pride, his voice continues to carry a weight and honesty that few can match.

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