The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has been hit by a major controversy following ball-tampering allegations against Lahore Qalandars’ star Fakhar Zaman during their match against Karachi Kings. On-field umpires Faisal Afridi and Sharfuddoula intervened in the final over, concluding that the ball had been deliberately tampered with. As a result, Karachi Kings were awarded 5 penalty runs, reducing their target significantly in the nail-biting finish.

While Fakhar Zaman has denied the charges during a hearing led by Match Referee Roshan Mahanama, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has ordered a detailed review of high-resolution broadcast footage. A final decision is expected within 48 hours. If found guilty of a Level 3 offense, Fakhar could face at least a one-match suspension. This incident has sparked a heated debate among fans, especially since the penalty runs shifted the momentum entirely in Karachi’s favor.