'Yeh Bohot Choti Thi': Pakistan Cricketer Shamelessly Promotes Child Marriage on Live TV

An old video featuring former Pakistan cricketer Abdul Razzaq has resurfaced and gone viral on social media, drawing widespread criticism. The clip, originally from a 2023 episode of a show on Geo Newz, captures Razzaq making controversial remarks about the age of his wife, Ayesha, at the time of their marriage. 

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Abdul Razzaq stirs fresh controversy with remark on his marriage

Abdul Razzaq, who was recently removed from his position as a selector for the Pakistan cricket team, appeared on the show with Ayesha and recounted the story of their marriage.

During the conversation with the host, Abdul Razzaq repeatedly emphasized that his wife was very young when they got married, using the phrase "Yeh bohot choti thi" (She was very young). These comments have sparked a significant backlash online, as fans and viewers expressed concern and disappointment over what they perceived as a casual endorsement of child marriage. 

The video quickly gained traction on social media platforms, with many condemning Razzaq's remarks and questioning the cultural implications of such statements on a public platform.

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Earlier, Abdul Razzaq found himself embroiled in another controversy involving a disdainful comment about renowned Indian actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The incident occurred during a press conference in Pakistan, convened to address the national cricket team's unsatisfactory performance in the ICC World Cup 2023. 

In an unexpected and inappropriate diversion from the topic, Razzaq made an unsolicited remark about Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, sparking widespread outrage. His comment, widely perceived as disrespectful and unnecessary, drew criticism from both Pakistani and Indian fans, as well as from within the cricketing community.

The backlash was swift and severe, with Pakistani netizens and fellow cricketers condemning Abdul Razzaq's behavior. Under intense public pressure, Razzaq was compelled to issue a public apology for his remarks. This controversy, alongside the recent uproar over his comments about his wife's age, has raised questions about Razzaq's judgment and conduct, particularly in public forums.