Speaking without evidence and misconstruing facts is a criminal offense, Mahmood wrote on X
Former Pakistani cricketer and coach Azhar Mahmood strongly condemned the false allegations being spread about his team following Pakistan’s disappointing exit from the T20 World Cup. He announced his plans to take legal action against those responsible for disseminating misinformation, emphasizing that such behavior for personal gain is unacceptable and harmful.
Mahmood expressed his frustration over these baseless claims, emphasizing that such misinformation is not merely untrue but harmful as well.
“Speaking without evidence and misconstruing facts is a criminal offense, and those engaging in such behavior will be dealt with through legal action,” Mahmood wrote on X.
Mahmood criticized people who spread false information for personal gain, such as boosting their follower count or grabbing media attention. He emphasized that he would seek legal advice and take strict measures against those who have made false allegations against him and his family. He also urged everyone to stop engaging with or promoting these harmful narratives, calling for an end to the spread of misinformation in the media.
In a related story, Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, is reportedly considering legal action against YouTubers and former players who have accused him of misconduct during the T20 World Cup. Babar faced heavy criticism after Pakistan’s early exit from the tournament, which kept them from reaching the Super Eight stage.
