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Wasim Akram questions Cummins’ Sandpapergate denial, says bowlers would spot tampering — Newsbeat sports coverage
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Wasim Akram questions Cummins’ Sandpapergate denial, says bowlers would spot tampering

Pakistan pace legend Wasim Akram has questioned Australia captain Pat Cummins’ claim that he was unaware of the use of sandpaper during the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in South Africa, arguing that any experienced bowler would immediately recognise the difference between natural wear and deliberate...

By Newsbeat Sports Desk (Lahore)Sat, 14 Nov 2026 · 14:38 PKT
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