Black Caps batsman Ross Taylor created some controversy during the Black Caps' 47-run victory over Pakistan in their opening one-day international this morning.
Taylor appeared to accuse veteran Pakistan spinner Mohammad Hafeez of an illegal bowling action during the first innings of the clash in Abu Dhabi, drawing a furious reaction from Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed.
Taylor seemed to make a "chucking" gesture to the umpires during Hafeez' first over, mimicking a bent arm – an accusation that caused Sarfraz to have a heated discussion with the umpires.
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Hafeez has been banned from bowling four times during his career by the International Cricket Council, including three times in the past four years.