Unlike a similar scenario which unfolded in 1998, which witnessed Anwar Ibrahim metamorphosing into a street fighter after his unceremonious dismissal, Muhyiddin Yassin has barely flexed his muscles.

Apart from dropping veiled criticisms during his talks and in his statements, the Umno veteran has not exhibited the bravado which some in Umno have, including axed Wanita leaders Anina Saadudin and Hamidah Osman.