Bangladesh fast bowler Tanzim Hasan Sakib faced controversy after a verbal exchange and shoulder bump with Pakistan's Mohammad Nawaz during a Bangladesh Premier League match. The altercation occurred after Nawaz's dismissal, requiring intervention to prevent a further escalation. Tanzim also had previous on-field disputes in the season.
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