WATCH: Wasim Akram Slams Media for Using His Image in Connection with India Spy Arrest of the Same Name

Former Pakistan cricket captain Wasim Akram Recently took to social media to publicly condemn the media houses and netizens for a serious case of mistaken identity. His outrage stemmed from news reports linking him to a spy arrested in Haryana, who happened to share the same name. Akram slammed those who dragged his name into the controversy for not checking their facts before posting or commenting.

The controversy started after a YouTuber, also named Wasim Akramwas arrested on October 2 for allegedly spying for those of Pakistan Inter-services intelligence (ISI) and the High Commission, allegedly assisted with SIM cards over a three-year period. It was this arrest that led to the cricketer’s photos being wrongly published alongside the news.

The former Pakistan captain pointed out the absurdity of the situation in the second half of his video while giving his ‘free advice’. He stated: “WOH MULK Mein Koi Jasoos Pakda Gaya Hai Uska Name Akram Akram Hain, News Channel Photo Meri Laga Rahe Hain. Hoke Comment Pe Comment. Not realizing WOH MERA -account Nahin Hai. Akram urged the audience “Relax and double check,” emphasizing the need for personal responsibility before dealing with such sensitive news.

Here’s the video:

Sultan of Swing Wasim Akram urges people to verify the news before posting it on social media.#Cricket | #Pakistan | #Wasimakram | #India pic.twitter.com/m9bikapntz

– Khel Shel (@khelshel) October 7, 2025

The case of mistaken identity and Akram’s free advice to people of the Indian subcontinent

The legendary cricketer did not hold back in his criticism, addressing the general lack of accountability and easy verification among social media users and news outlets. He found it unacceptable that despite the availability of resources, his photo was used in connection with the spy’s arrest.

Wasim sarcastically referred to his critics as “Overly smart” for not checking actual Instagram accounts or basic facts. Speaking directly into the camera in a video that surfaced online, the 59-year-old said: “AAP Log Social Media Pe Hai Aaj Kal. Koi Wasim Akram, Jo Jiska Count Hai Instagram Pe, Agar Aap Itne Deedhyar Haar, Toh Thoda Dual Check Kar Lijiye.” His frustration was palpable, stemming from the ease with which damaging misinformation was spread without any consideration for the facts.