WATCH | Mushtaq Ahmed Faces Backlash for ‘Disrespectful’ Comment At Dominic Cork on Live TV

Mushtaq Ahmed faced criticism after an awkward on-air exchange with Dominic Cork during the PSL broadcast, with fans calling out his remarks as disrespectful.

Pakistan Super League 2026 began this week with its 11th edition. Only 2 matches had been played when a broadcast moment drew attention. During the Karachi Kings vs Quetta Gladiators match, a live discussion featured former Pakistan spinner Mushtaq Ahmed and former England pacer Dominic Cork.

Ahmed made disrespectful remarks during the discussion, bringing up past dismissals of Cork. Cork appeared surprised and tried to steer the conversation back to cricket. However, Mushtaq continued referencing their playing history despite Cork’s efforts to divert.

“Before I tell Zampa something, let me tell you(Dominic Cork) something. How many times have you been in my pocket? Test matches, ODIs, and first-class matches. You remember that? I have got a great memory, let me tell you that,” Ahmed responded as an answer to a question from Cork.

“But I couldn’t bat. Don’t worry about getting me out. Get that top order out,” the former England cricketer replied.

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“I think you’re being modest here, Dom. You used to play for England as an all-rounder,” Ahmed continued.

Fans reacted angrily on social media platforms. Many felt the comments put Cork in an awkward position during live coverage.

Watch the video here:

🚨🚨Mushtaq Ahmed embarrassed dominic cork on camera

– i meam he was just simply asking him a question and all of sudden Mushtaq Ahmed just embarrassed him,

• Lack of manners or what ? pic.twitter.com/5Uw0VcFGX0

— SheR•ALI (@Sher__Ali) March 27, 2026

Mushtaq Ahmed has played 52 Tests and 144 ODIs during his international stint with Pakistan. He picked up over 300 wickets across both formats. He also featured in county cricket for Somerset, Surrey and Sussex. Dominic Cork represented England in 37 Tests and 32 ODIs. He took 172 wickets during his international career. Cork also contributed with the bat and scored 3 fifties in Tests. He played county cricket for Lancashire, Hampshire and Derbyshire. Both players faced each other regularly in the county circuit during their careers.