'No respect...': Ramiz Raja sparks controversy as he trolls Babar Azam, Noman Ali’s glasses

Pakistan spinner Noman Ali put on a brilliant show on Day 2 of the first Test against South Africa in Lahore, taking 6/112 as the world champions struggled and were bowled out for 269. However, the day made headlines not just for on-field performances, but for commentary controversy linked to former Pakistan captain Ramiz Raja.

Raja’s remarks went viral after he joked about Noman Ali’s eyewear. The former Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman made fun of Noman’s sunglasses, which created a buzz among fans. “He’s wearing a fancy pair of glasses, Noman Ali. Looks like welding glasses,” Raja said, sending social media into a frenzy with memes and jokes doing rounds.

Ramiz Raja said, "Noman Ali’s glasses look like welding glasses." pic.twitter.com/XzfpUKIEs2

— Sheri. (@CallMeSheri1_) October 13, 2025

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Shakal bhi welder wali hai

— Ctrl C Ctrl Memes (@Ctrlmemes_) October 13, 2025

Ramiz is losing his marbles - it’s time to retire for commentary and stick with stage show and comedy!!

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Such a classless man that Ramiz Raja

— Awais khan (@AK_speaks) October 13, 2025

Quality of commentary is such that watching on mute is a better option.

— Usama Ahmed (@UsamaAh48661046) October 13, 2025

Ramiz sparks debate with Babar Azam ‘drama’ remark

Earlier, Raja had drawn criticism for comments about former Pakistan captain Babar Azam. During the first innings, when Babar challenged an on-field umpire decision, Raja was heard saying in a viral clip: “Ye out hoga to drama karega” (If he is given out here, he will create drama). Many fans called out the remark, with some even claiming that he meant something else.

No respect for Babar Azam in Pakistan

When Babar Azam reviewed, Ramiz Raja said, “Ye out hoga, drama karega.”pic.twitter.com/HLKJnyV1he

— Shah (@Shahhoon1) October 12, 2025

Us ny SA walo ko bola KY yai Daram kary gay out hony ka

— Ahmad Shahzad Gondal (@AliHsyt7749) October 13, 2025

Babar, returning after missing the Asia Cup, managed just 23 in the first innings and 42 in the second. He was unable to change Pakistan’s fortunes against South Africa as they were bowled out for 378 and 167 runs in the two innings. South Africa now need 277 runs to claim a win in the first Test.

The Proteas have already scored 51/2 and are 226 runs away from a victory. They still have two more days left in the game.