'Things Go in Their Favour': Pakistan’s Khushdil Shah Alleges Indian Bias in India Cricket Matches (Watch Video)
Pakistani all-rounder Khushdil Shah has sparked a major controversy on June 7, 2026, alleging systemic bias favoring India in umpiring decisions, dressing-room calls, and match scheduling during high-stakes cricket encounters. Speaking on the ARY Podcast, the 31-year-old cricketer highlighted India's recent dominance, with six consecutive wins against.
Pakistani all-rounder Khushdil Shah has ignited a fresh cricketing controversy, alleging a systemic bias that favours India in high-stakes matches against Pakistan. Speaking on the ARY Podcast on Friday, June 7, 2026, Shah claimed that umpiring decisions, 'dressing-room decisions,' and even the scheduling of matches tend to go in India's favour. Fact Check: Did Rishabh Pant’s Shot Hit Drone During India vs Afghanistan Test Match?.
Khushdil Shah's Explosive Interview
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"Matches against India carry a few extra emotions & then the pressure eases a bit. When we were playing, we used to beat them as well. Things tend to go in their favor during matches. Umpiring decisions go in their favor, as do some… pic.twitter.com/suNHPDz1eC
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Shah, aged 31, opened up about the immense pressure and heightened emotions surrounding India-Pakistan cricketing contests. He notably remarked, "Matches against India carry a few extra emotions and then the pressure eases a bit. When we were playing, we used to beat them as well."
Allegations of Favouritism
During the podcast, Shah elaborated on his assertions, stating, 'Things tend to go in their favor during matches. Umpiring decisions go in their favor, as do some dressing-room decisions, and even matches are held according to their wishes.' These comments quickly garnered significant attention across social media platforms. Despite these perceived challenges, Shah insisted that victories against India become 'especially enjoyable' for Pakistan.
Recent India-Pakistan Encounters
Shah, a left-handed batsman and slow left-arm orthodox bowler, last represented Pakistan in international cricket in September 2025. His international appearances against India have been limited. He featured in one One Day International during the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where India defeated Pakistan. In that match, Shah contributed 38 runs off 39 deliveries and secured one wicket. He also played in two Twenty20 Internationals against India in 2022, scoring a total of 16 runs without taking any wickets. BCCI to Allow Parents of Teen Vaibhav Sooryavanshi on India Tours of Ireland and England: Report.
India has maintained a dominant record against Pakistan in recent years. Since Pakistan's last victory over India in the Super Four stage of the 2022 Asia Cup in Dubai, India has secured six consecutive wins across various formats. In ODIs, Pakistan's last triumph against India dates back to the ICC Champions Trophy final in 2017, followed by six successive defeats.
Khushdil Shah's Background and Current Status
Born on February 7, 1995, Khushdil Shah is an active professional cricketer who currently represents Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) as of 2026. While public allegations of bias are often made by retired players, it is less common for active international cricketers to voice such strong opinions. Shah's comments are expected to add another layer of intrigue to the intense rivalry between India and Pakistan as they prepare for future cricketing encounters.
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