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In an unexpected turn of events during the 13th game of the Bangladesh Premier League 2024-25 (BPL), Fortuna Barishal‘s Tamim Iqbal and Rangpur Riders‘ Alex Hales They were involved in a heated exchange during the post-match handshake. The incident, which sparked widespread debate among cricket fans, highlighted a personal conflict that went beyond the field of play. Hales revealed the nature of the confrontation after the game.
Alex Hales opens up about his heated argument with Tamim Iqbal
The conflict reportedly began when Iqbal allegedly directed personal comments at Hales; the 36-year-old man revealed details about the confrontation. He claimed that Iqbal made rude comments and asked him if he was embarrassed by his drug ban during England and if he still used drugs.
“He asked me if I was embarrassed that I was banned from taking drugs in England and he asked me if I still took drugs and he was very, very rude.” Hales said (via One Cricket).
Hales expressed his disappointment, stating that the problems on the field should remain on the field and criticized the personal nature of the confrontation, especially since it occurred after the game. “It’s a real shame because if something happens on the pitch it just ends up on the pitch, but to be personal and that too after the game, I think it’s pathetic to be honest.”he added.
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A controversial past resurfaces
Hales’ history with recreational drugs came to light in 2019 when he was suspended for 21 days, leading to his exclusion from England’s World Cup squad and a temporary suspension from all formats of the game. Although Hales has returned to professional cricket, the incident remains a sensitive chapter in his career.
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