New Zealand just took down Pakistan in a crushing 3-0 series win. The final match ended with New Zealand on top by 43 runs. But the real drama happened off the field. Pictures are circulating on social media that appear to show Pakistani player Khushdil Shah getting into a heated exchange with fans.
The Incident
The incident reportedly took place after the match when a couple of Afghan fans started trash-talking the Pakistani team. Khushdil Shah stepped in, asking them to back off, but things escalated quickly. Security jumped in to break it up. There’s no official word from the team or management yet, but it’s clear that tensions ran high.
Fan reactions are mixed, with some defending Khushdil Shah and others criticizing his behavior. On Twitter, user @hassam_sajjad shared a photo of the incident, saying “A fiery moment in the third ODI! Khushdil Shah reacts to crowd taunts.” Meanwhile, @PistaBadaaam questioned the authenticity of the photo, suggesting it might be edited.
Series Recap
The series itself was a tough one for Pakistan. They lost the first ODI by 73 runs, the second by 84, and the final match by 43. It’s not the outcome they were hoping for, and the incident with Khushdil Shah has added to the disappointment.
- Pakistan lost the first ODI by 73 runs
- They lost the second ODI by 84 runs
- The final match ended with a 43-run loss for Pakistan
As user @parh_ly_ahsu put it, “This is truly a sad ending to the New Zealand tour. This incident should not have happened.” The PCB has since responded to the incident, stating that two Afghan men misbehaved with Pakistani cricketers, prompting Khushdil Shah to react. The incident is a reminder that sports can be emotional and intense, both on and off the field.