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Shaheen Afridi Vs Sarfaraz Ahmed Fight: When Two Almost Came To Blows In A PSL Match

Shaheen Afridi & Sarfaraz Ahmed were involved in an ugly spat (X)Shaheen Afridi & Sarfaraz Ahmed were involved in an ugly spat (X)

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) has always been a melting pot of talent, passion, and sometimes, fiery confrontations. One such incident that set tongues wagging was the heated exchange between Shaheen Afridi and Sarfaraz Ahmed during Match 23 of PSL 2021, featuring Lahore Qalandars and Quetta Gladiators.

This on-field spat between the young pacer and the seasoned former Pakistan captain became the talk of the town, sparking debates and dividing opinions.

Afridi's Sharp Bouncer Led to Clash with Sarfaraz

The tension unfolded when Shaheen Afridi delivered a sharp bouncer that struck Sarfaraz on the helmet. The umpire immediately signalled a no-ball due to the height of the delivery. Unfazed by the hit, Sarfaraz took a single, making his way to the non-striker's end. However, as he passed Afridi, words were exchanged—words that seemed to fan the flames.

Shaheen Afridi, known for his competitive spirit, didn't take kindly to Sarfaraz's remarks. He marched down the pitch, clearly agitated, and a face-off ensued. 

The young pacer pointed aggressively towards Sarfaraz, making his displeasure known. It was a classic case of tempers flaring, where neither party was willing to let sleeping dogs lie.


Teammates Rushed to Separate Shaheen Afridi and Sarfaraz

Seeing the situation escalate, the umpires and fellow players like Mohammad Hafeez and Tim David intervened. They rushed in to act as peacemakers, urging both players to simmer down.

Hafeez could be seen gesturing to Sarfaraz, encouraging him to let bygones be bygones. The incident was eventually defused, but the damage was done—the clash had already etched itself into PSL history.

Afridi later brushed off the incident, stating that such clashes are part and parcel of the game and also publicly apologised to the former Pakistan skipper. However, the encounter had already opened a can of worms on social media.

Fans and cricket pundits were quick to voice their opinions. Many criticized Afridi for showing a lack of respect towards his former captain and a senior player. Others defended him, attributing his reaction to the heat of the moment and the high stakes of the match.