Caught on Camera, But Likely to Walk Free: Fakhar Zaman's PSL Ball-Tampering Saga
Fakhar Zaman was caught on camera tampering with the ball in a PSL match and charged by the PCB — but faces only a one or two match ban, a far cry from Sandpaper Gate.
Shaheen Afridi is a Pakistani left-arm fast bowler known for his swing and pace.
Fakhar Zaman was caught on camera tampering with the ball in a PSL match and charged by the PCB — but faces only a one or two match ban, a far cry from Sandpaper Gate.
Shaheen Afridi and Sikandar Raza defied two refusals to escort family into the team hotel at 11 PM during PSL 2026 — and now face PCB action for the security breach.
Pakistan reportedly set to drop Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi for crucial Namibia clash after 61-run defeat to India. Management loses patience with superstars' failure in high-stakes match.
Babar Azam and Shaheen Afridi have been left out of Pakistan's squad for the Sri Lanka T20I series as the PCB honours their Big Bash League contracts ahead of the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Shaheen Afridi suffered a knee injury and limped off during Brisbane Heat's BBL match against Adelaide Strikers, just six weeks before the T20 World Cup begins.