PSL controversy: Afridi fined for ‘forcibly escorting’ four tourists into hotel room

Pakistan’s star pacer Shaheen Afridi He was fined by his team Lahore Qalandars for violating security regulations at the team’s hotel during the Pakistan Super League. Afridi was fined PKR 1 million by Qalandars.Qalandars wrote in a press release: “In order to maintain discipline and demonstrate accountability, the team has taken voluntary and proactive steps to impose a fine of PKR 1 million on Shaheen Shah Afridi for his involvement. Lahore Qalandars has also officially communicated a detailed response and views on the matter to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).”“The team sincerely appreciates the efforts of security personnel and recognizes the important role they play in ensuring a safe environment for players, officials and spectators. The statement added that while stressing that the matter stemmed from a misunderstanding and not any deliberate violation of established procedures, Lahore Qalanders reiterated full respect for all security protocols.The team made no mention of Zimbabwean cricketer Sikandar Raza in its statement.

PSL Controversy: Why was Shaheen Afridi fined?

Lahore Qalandars captain Afridi and his overseas player Raza have found themselves at the center of a major controversy after they were accused of breaching team safety protocols at their hotel.According to a police officer, Shaheen and Sikandar were found hosting four guests in Raza’s room on the eighth floor until 1:25 am. The two cricketers accommodated the guests despite warnings and refusals.According to the police officer, the liaison officer initially contacted the PCB manager requesting permission for four of Raza’s relatives to visit his room. Due to security protocols, the request was denied.DIG (Lahore Operations) Muhammad Faisal has informed the PSL CEO about the serious breach of security measures.Despite being refused, around 11:05 pm, the PCB and security personnel reported that Shaheen and Raza escorted the four guests into Raza’s room. The guests stayed there until 1:25 a.m.