AUSTRALIAN CRICKET PLAYER Usman Khawaja has been criticised for bringing out the dab celebration during a game.
The batsman achieved his half-century in a Test match against Pakistan, and decided to mark the moment with a dab, a dance move which is becoming a frequent feature at sports events.
It’s even made an appearance at GAA games. Ronan O’Neill sealed his goal in the 2016 National Football League Division 2 final with a dab, on the way to Tyrone’s win over Cavan.
The cricket game is no stranger to the dab either. Khawaja’s former teammate Moises Henriques executed the move after scoring a century against Tasmania last November.
While some spectators applauded Khawaja for his attempt at the dab, others felt it was a disrespectful act and showed poor sportsmanship towards their visiting opponents.
STOP PEOPLE FROM DABBING. THIS IS GETTING OUT OF CONTROL NOW. https://t.co/r4U47W96Md
— Arsal A. Jafri (@arsaljafri) January 6, 2017
@CricketAus it's test cricket not rap dancing. #AUSvPAK
— Bushnotcity (@bushnotcity) January 6, 2017
The only 'dab' I know of is a deftly glided shot to third man. No idea how it relates to whatever the hell Khawaja did there #wwos #AUSvPAK
— Ian Chappell (@IanChappelli) January 6, 2017
Lack of respect shown by Khawaja to the Pakistan team. No excuse for behaviour like that in community cricket, let alone in a test @CAComms https://t.co/N1OaAY6kS8
— James Gratton (@jimmygratts) January 6, 2017
Epic dab by @Uz_Khawaja upon his half century. Had me and my boys in fits of laughter
— Blacktown Cricket (@WarriorsCC) January 6, 2017
What was meant as an innocent and lighthearted gesture could bring disciplinary action for Khawaja. A spokesman from the team’s fine committee jokingly said that the incident could be a topic of discussion at the next meeting.
“I’m part of the Fines Committee and we’re not allowed to fine people for on-field things, but that might be up for discussion next meeting.
“It’s all good fun. He’s just trying to do something different compared to everyone else. It’s pretty funny.”
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