In a surprising turn of events, former India spinner Harbhajan Singh has weighed in on the controversy surrounding Abhimanyu Mithun’s peculiar no-ball during the ongoing T10 League. The incident, which occurred during the match between Northern Warriors and The Chennai Braves, has sparked accusations of spot-fixing against the experienced fast bowler.
Abhimanyu Mithun played for Northern Warriors and bowled a bizarre no-ball during the T10 League match against The Chennai Braves on December 2. The no-ball, characterized by a significant overstepping of the mark, caught the attention of fans and experts, drawing comparisons to past spot-fixing scandals.
The video clip of Mithun’s peculiar delivery quickly went viral on social media platforms, creating a buzz within the cricketing community. Fans and experts drew parallels between Mithun’s incident and the infamous no-ball bowled by Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir during the 2010 spot-fixing scandal.
Harbhajan Singh, the World Cup-winning former spinner with over two decades of competitive cricket experience, expressed his surprise at the incident. While Harbhajan did not provide a written statement, his choice of emojis on social media conveyed his astonishment and concern.
Despite the controversy, Abhimanyu Mithun showcased a commendable performance with the ball. Mithun conceded 11 runs in two overs and claimed two wickets, contributing to his team’s efforts despite a 5-wicket loss.
😳😳😳😳🤯🤯 🧐🧐 https://t.co/OIbyGiehGG
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) December 5, 2023
The incident adds to the scrutiny surrounding the Abu Dhabi T10 League, with eight individuals connected to it facing charges from the ICC for breaching the anti-corruption code in 2021.
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Harbhajan Singh’s reaction reflects the surprise and concern among fans and cricketing experts as the cricketing world grapples with the implications of Abhimanyu Mithun’s bizarre no-ball. The incident further underscores the need for continued vigilance against corruption in cricket and the importance of maintaining the integrity of the sport.
