Irfan Pathan Hookah Row Sparks Explosive Allegations Against Former Indian Captains
Background: The Viral Irfan Pathan Hookah Video
Indian cricket is once again under the spotlight — not for on-field action, but because of a resurfaced video of former all-rounder Irfan Pathan, sparking controversy over his exit from Team India under MS Dhoni’s captaincy.
In the video, Pathan reflects on how he focused on performance rather than socializing, stating:
“I don’t have a habit of setting up hookah in someone’s room or talking unnecessarily. Everyone knows. Sometimes, it’s better not to speak. A cricketer’s job is to perform on the field, and that’s what I focused on.”
Though Pathan didn’t directly name anyone, social media linked the “hookah” reference to MS Dhoni, and the clip quickly went viral.
Pathan last played international cricket in 2012, finishing with a five-wicket haul in his final ODI. His sudden exclusion from the national setup has long remained a subject of speculation — with fingers often pointed at then-captain Dhoni and the team management.
Yograj Singh Reacts: Slams Dhoni, Kapil Dev, and Bedi
The latest voice to join the debate is Yuvraj Singh’s father, former cricketer Yograj Singh, who has a history of criticizing Indian cricket’s leadership. In an interview with InsideSport, Yograj openly targeted MS Dhoni, claiming:
“It’s not only about Irfan Pathan. Gautam Gambhir has spoken about it. Virender Sehwag said it too. Harbhajan Singh revealed he was removed like a fly. You should arrange a jury to investigate. Dhoni doesn’t want to answer — and one who doesn’t want to answer has a guilty conscience.”
“Treated People Like S***”: Explosive Accusation Against Indian Legends
Yograj didn’t stop at Dhoni. He expanded his criticism to include other cricketing greats like Kapil Dev and Bishan Singh Bedi. He alleged that these icons, despite their stature, mistreated fellow cricketers during their careers.
“I talk about Bishan Singh Bedi, Kapil Dev, MS Dhoni. They have treated people like s***. Jo galat hai wo galat hai. Two wrongs cannot make one right.”
In a shocking anecdote from the past, Yograj also recalled:
“I once pointed a gun at Kapil’s head over my ouster from the team.”
Who Else Was Allegedly Mistreated?
According to Yograj, other senior Indian players have voiced similar experiences, including:
- Gautam Gambhir
- Virender Sehwag
- Harbhajan Singh
- Yuvraj Singh (his own son, though not directly referenced this time)
He accused the Indian cricket system of being influenced by personal bias, which in turn led to career setbacks for multiple top players.
What This Means for Indian Cricket
The allegations — while not new — resurface a long-standing debate about leadership in Indian cricket. With names like Dhoni, Kapil, and Bedi being dragged into controversy, the cricketing community is once again divided:
- Were these players victims of internal politics?
- Did Indian cricket legends misuse their power?
- Should the BCCI investigate claims of unfair treatment and selection bias?
No official comment has been made by MS Dhoni or the others accused, but public reaction is intense — especially across Twitter, YouTube, and sports forums.
Final Word
While cricket fans continue to celebrate the on-field legacies of MS Dhoni and Kapil Dev, the off-field allegations by players and their families can’t be ignored. Whether this leads to formal inquiry or remains an online debate, one thing is clear: Team India’s golden era wasn’t without its share of internal turmoil.
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