From Haris Rauf to Inzamam-ul-Haq: Top 10 Cricketers to Fight with Fans - In Pics
Cricket, often revered as a gentleman's game, has its moments of intense passion and confrontation. Recently, Pakistan's Haris Rauf made headlines for an altercation with fans in the USA, following Pakistan's early exit from the 2024 T20 World Cup. This incident is just the latest in a long history of clashes between cricketers and fans. Here’s a look at the top 10 instances where the line between player and spectator has been dramatically crossed.
Cricket, often revered as a gentleman's game, has its moments of intense passion and confrontation. Recently, Pakistan's Haris Rauf made headlines for an altercation with fans in the USA, following Pakistan's early exit from the 2024 T20 World Cup. This incident is just the latest in a long history of clashes between cricketers and fans. Here’s a look at the top 10 instances where the line between player and spectator has been dramatically crossed.
Haris Rauf’s Heated Exchange with Fans
Recently, Haris Rauf was involved in a public spat with fans in the USA after Pakistan's early exit from the 2024 T20 World Cup. In a viral video, Rauf is seen angrily confronting fans who allegedly insulted his family. Despite attempts by his wife to calm him down, Rauf’s reaction was fierce, leading to widespread discussion on social media. He later explained that personal attacks on his family were the cause of his outburst.
Inzamam-ul-Haq’s Bat-Wielding Fury
Ben Stokes: Street Fighter Defender
England’s Ben Stokes made headlines when he was involved in a street fight outside a Bristol nightclub. Stokes was defending a gay couple from homophobic abuse, which led to a physical altercation. The incident resulted in Stokes being temporarily suspended from the team, though he was later acquitted of all charges.
Andrew Symonds vs. Streaker
Rohit Sharma’s Net Session Threat
Rohit Sharma faced a provocation during a net session that escalated quickly. When a fan taunted him, Sharma picked up his bat and warned the spectator, with former seamer Praveen Kumar also getting involved. The incident highlighted the sometimes thin line between friendly banter and outright hostility.