Gulbadin Naib Claps Back at Sam Curran, Mohammad Amir Over Celebration Mockery in ILT20
During the ILT20 2025 final, Afghanistan Gulbadin Naib was mocked by England's Sam Curran and Pakistan's Mohammad Amir, who imitated his signature bicep-flexing celebration. Curran copied the pose after a misfield, while Amir mocked Naib after dismissing him with a yorker. Naib later responded, emphasizing respect in cricket. Despite the taunts, Naib had the last laugh as Dubai Capitals defeated Desert Vipers by four wickets to claim their maiden ILT20 title.
The finals of the ILT20 2025 saw high drama as Dubai Capitals clinched their maiden title with a four-wicket win over Desert Vipers at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. However, the match wasn’t just about cricketing action—it was overshadowed by controversy involving Afghanistan’s Gulbadin Naib, England’s Sam Curran, and Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir.
A mini battle is on full display.
— International League T20 (@ILT20Official) February 9, 2025
Sam Curran ⚔️ Gulbadin Naib is one to watch out for! 🥵#Final #DPWorldILT20 #TheFinalPush #AllInForCricket @DPWorldUAE @DP_World @ilt20onzee @TheDesertVipers @Dubai_Capitals pic.twitter.com/tRQToG5jNu
During Desert Vipers’ innings, Curran playfully mimicked Naib’s signature biceps-flexing celebration after taking a single off his bowling. Later in the match, Amir joined in, mocking Naib’s gesture after dismissing him LBW with a pinpoint yorker. While the gestures were seemingly in jest, Naib didn’t take them lightly. Following the victory, Naib fired back, emphasizing the importance of respect in cricket.
A PAKISTANI PUT IN HIS PLACE
— Sports Production (@SSpotlight71) February 9, 2025
Gulbadin Naib came out as the winner after Pakistani Amir tried to mess and make fun of him . NEVER MESS WITH AFGHANS pic.twitter.com/zmodGER8Ot
He stated that the game is built on mutual admiration and that those who don’t show respect won’t receive it in return. The Afghan all-rounder expressed his gratitude towards the Dubai Capitals franchise, highlighting their support for players across different sports. Despite the on-field antics, Naib remains focused on Afghanistan’s campaign in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where they face tough competition from Australia, England, and South Africa in Group B. Confident in his team’s abilities, he assured fans that Afghanistan will give their all in every match.
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