Indian pacer Mohammed Shami's estranged wife Hasin Jahan has taken to social media to troll her husband after India's close victory over Pakistan on Sunday, August 28. Jahan posted a photo of all-rounder Hardik Pandya on Instagram with the caption, "Congratulations. A memorable victory. Thanks to our Tigers for helping the country win. This had to happen; the country's reputation and honour are protected by honest patriots rather than criminals and womanisers."
Many fans of the Instagram model took this post as a reference to Shami, who was involved in a case of domestic violence with the veteran pacer. Shami is also not a part of the T20I squad that is currently in the UAE for the Asia Cup. He is, however, a regular member of India's ODI and Test teams.
Fans' reactions
Soon after posting the photo, it went viral and Shami's supporters wasted no time in bringing her down. The post sparked widespread outrage among fans. "You are only abusing Shami Bhai, how many matches he has won for the country," said one supporter. Another one wrote, "Shami is a fantastic player for the country, and your posts will have no effect on him."
The controversy
Back in 2018, Jahan filed serious allegations of domestic violence, assault, and dowry against Mohammed Shami, leading to the couple parting ways although they are yet to be divorced. The duo got married in 2014. Jahan worked as a model and cheerleader for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) before marrying Shami. They had a kid in 2015, but their relationship fell apart after that. Very often, Jahan makes the news for her statements against Shami.
Not in India's Asia Cup Squad
Shami has been excluded from India's Asia Cup squad. Since his international debut in 2013, Shami has won a number of matches for his country on his own. He has 216 wickets at an average of 27.46 in 60 Tests, 152 wickets at an average of 25.72 in 82 ODIs, and 18 wickets in 17 T20Is.
