Published 18:08 IST, April 27th 2020

'Umar Akmal bans PCB': Netizens take a funny dig at controversial Pak batsman's ban

After being charged with the anti-corruption code, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) banned explosive wicketkeeper-batsman Umar Akmal on Monday for three years

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After being charged with anti-corruption code, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) banned explosive batsman Umar Akmal on Monday for three years. wicketkeeper-batsman had decided t to appeal against charges levelled against him which had led to PCB referring matter to its disciplinary panel. PCB had charged Akmal for breaches of article 2.4.4 of PCB anti-corruption code on two separate incidents.

Akmal, who has been severely criticised by former players and coaches, was recently trolled for his post with an 'incorrect quote'. Recently, former Pakistan cricketer Tanvir Ahmed had stated that batsman should t be allowed back in team after his banned while former coach Mickey Arthur had remarked that it was 'frustrating' to work with Akmal. Soon after PCB anunced Akmal's suspension for three years, Twitter exploded with reactions from netizens across globe taking a funny dig at order.

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READ | Ex-Pak Cricketer Believes Umar Akmal Should t Be Allowed Back, Says PCB Has Been Lenient

Here are a few of reactions: 

READ | Former Pakistan Coach Mickey Arthur Reveals It Was 'frustrating' To Work With Umar Akmal 

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READ | Akmal Won't Appeal Against Corruption Charges, PCB Refers Matter To Disciplinary Committee 

Misbah's advice for Akmal

Recently, Pakistan cricket team's head coach Misbah ul Haq asked Umar Akmal to change his attitude and advised him to show more dedication and commitment towards game to become a regular member of national team. Misbah ul Haq furr went on to praise Umar Akmal saying that re was doubt about his potential and talent as a batsman but he needs to reassess his priorities as a professional cricketer.

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Misbah ul Haq had told reporters via videoconference that body can do anything for him and added that he needs to be disciplined. Misbah ul Haq furr said that if Umar Akmal thinks he can play in same mode as he is today, it will be difficult for him. Head Coach reiterated Akmal needs to show total commitment and focus to become a regular member of side.

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18:08 IST, April 27th 2020