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Haris Rauf catches flak for controversial wicket celebration in BBL

Critics and fans urge the bowler to change his over-the-top celebratory style

By Web Desk
January 03, 2020
The fast bowler is being criticised for his aggressive celebratory style. Photo: Twitter

Melbourne Stars fast bowler Haris Rauf has been the talk of the Big Bash League (BBL) as he garnered attention with his lethal pace and wicket-taking ability but lately the bowler has been subjected to criticism due to his rather controversial celebration.

Rauf, a product of Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchise Lahore Qalandars' talent programme, has emerged as a far more productive bowler in the BBL, thanks to a correction in his previously flawed bowling style.

The express pacer has taken the BBL by storm, picking up 10 wickets in just three matches, including a five-for.

The Rawalpindi-born has, however, caught some flak because of his over exuberant celebration, which concludes with a cut-throat gesture.

Some critics on Twitter are not taking the celebration lightly, and calling for Rauf to discontinue the post-wicket show.

Even former Australian rugby league footballer Darryl Brohman could not hold back and deemed Rauf's celebration as "over the top".