A complaint has been filed against former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram for allegedly endorsing and associating with an online “gambling and betting” platform
A complaint has been filed against former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram for allegedly endorsing and associating with an online “gambling and betting” platform related to sports, an official said on Tuesday. A complainant, Muhammad Fiaz, has filed an application with the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) in Lahore, seeking legal action against Akram for allegedly promoting a gambling and betting app. He said the former fast bowler was linked with a foreign betting app — Baji — as its brand ambassador.
“A poster circulating on social media and a video clip show Wasim Akram endorsing the online platform, which has sparked interest among general users in the app,” the complainant said.
He requested the NCCIA to take strict legal action against Akram under the Electronic Crimes Act of 2016.
An NCCIA official told PTI on Tuesday that it had received a complaint against Akram for being a brand ambassador of a foreign betting app and said, “We will take action against him if the allegations are found to be true.”
Akram has not yet issued any statement regarding the matter. In connection with the promotion of the same online app, famous TikToker and YouTuber Saad-ur-Rehman, popularly known as Ducky Bhai, was arrested on Saturday.
Recently, Wasim Akram, Pakistan great and one of the most lethal pacers in the history of the game, was impressed by Mohammed Siraj and termed his performance against England as “the best” he has seen in the recent past.
“I rarely watch cricket when I’m not working, but I was glued to the last day. Siraj was full of hunger and passion – it was an incredible effort. To bowl nearly 186 overs across five Tests and still be that fiery on the final day shows remarkable stamina and mental strength. He’s not just a support bowler anymore. He’s leading the attack and doing it with heart. Even when a catch went down– that of Brook – he didn’t lose focus. That’s the mark of a fighter. Test cricket is alive and kicking,” Akram said in an interview to Telecom Asia Sport.
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Do’s
- Use Trusted Apps Only
- Download betting apps only from official app stores or verified websites.
- Check reviews, ratings, and licenses before using.
- Enable Secure Payments
- Use trusted banking channels, UPI, or cards.
- Always check for HTTPS (secure connection) before making payments.
- Set Limits
- Fix a budget and stick to it.
- Use in-app responsible gaming features (if available) to set deposit/time limits.
- Protect Your Credentials
- Keep your account password strong and unique.
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
- Play Responsibly
- Treat betting as entertainment, not income.
- Take regular breaks and stop if it affects your daily life.
Don’ts
- Don’t Use Public Wi-Fi
- Avoid logging into betting apps on café, airport, or shared networks.
- Use a personal and secure internet connection.
- Don’t Share OTP, PIN, or Password
- No genuine betting platform will ever ask for these.
- Keep your financial details private.
- Don’t Chase Losses
- Never bet more to recover lost money.
- Stop immediately if you feel addicted.
- Don’t Use Unverified Apps
- Fraud apps can steal your money or data.
- Always check for licensing and customer support.
- Don’t Allow Underage Access
- Betting is for adults only (18+).
- Keep your account and apps password-protected from children.
Final thought:
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