Abrar Ahmed’s selection for The Hundred by Sunrisers Leeds has ignited a storm, drawing criticism from former IPL chairman Lalit Modi and sparking political debate. Despite backlash and Sunil Gavaskar’s remarks, the franchise and sources close to the player emphasise cricketing merit and focus on his career, highlighting the ongoing geopolitical tensions impacting sports. Abrar Ahmed’s selection for The Hundred by Sunrisers Leeds has ignited a storm, drawing criticism from former IPL chairman Lalit Modi and sparking political debate. Despite backlash and Sunil Gavaskar’s remarks, the franchise and sources close to the player emphasise cricketing merit and focus on his career, highlighting the ongoing geopolitical tensions impacting sports.
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