In a shocking turn of events, Pakistani kabaddi player Ubaidullah Rajput recently stirred controversy by representing an Indian team at a tournament in Bahrain and waving the Indian flag. The incident has left fans and officials questioning how this could happen.
The Pakistan Kabaddi Federation (PKF) acted swiftly, calling an emergency meeting to address the matter. Federation Secretary Rana Sarwar confirmed that Chairman Chaudhry Shafay Hussain has scheduled the meeting for December 27 to discuss the incident in detail.
Sarwar clarified that 16 Pakistani players participated in the Bahrain tournament, but none were officially representing Pakistan’s national team. “These players did not have permission from the federation, nor did they receive any No Objection Certificates (NOCs),” he explained.
According to Sarwar, the team that competed under Pakistan’s name was entirely self-formed and had no official authorization. “The organizers did not seek approval from the government or notify the federation,” he said.
The secretary expressed strong disappointment over Rajput’s actions, calling it “intolerable” for a Pakistani player to wear a foreign jersey and wave another country’s flag. “We will investigate thoroughly and take the strictest action possible. We will also act against the self-appointed promoters who organized this event illegally,” Sarwar warned.
He further emphasized that the federation will not allow anyone to tarnish Pakistan’s name. While club tournaments often feature players from different countries, Sarwar said representing a foreign national team in this way is “deeply regrettable.”
The PKF has promised decisive action against all parties involved, sending a clear message that unauthorized tournaments and unsanctioned representation will not be tolerated.
This incident has sparked a heated debate among sports fans and experts, with many calling for stricter monitoring of players participating abroad. As the emergency meeting approaches, all eyes will be on the federation’s next steps and the consequences for those involved.
