Akmal approached by illegal bookie in 2012, according to reports

"Umar, after being pestered by this unknown caller, informed the Pakistan team security manager who brought the matter into the notice of the ICC's ACSU immediately"

“Umar, after being pestered by this unknown caller, informed the Pakistan team security manager who brought the matter into the notice of the ICC’s ACSU immediately”

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Pakistan batsman Umar Akmal was approached by an illegal bookie during the national team’s series against England in the United Arab Emirates in 2012, according to reports.

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A Batting with Bimal Exclusive: Can Hong Kong shine as bright as their skyscrapers during the World T20?

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Can Hong Kong defy the odds during their maiden World Twenty20 tournament?

When asked to picture Hong Kong, most people would conjure up images of bright lights, skyscrapers and delectable dumplings. However, there is more to Hong Kong than jaw-dropping sights and mouth-watering food.

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