As the series gets off, a video of Pakistan’s standout pacer Shaheen Afridi has gone viral. When the famous pacer was interacting with his supporters, an Afghanistan supporter was caught acting inappropriately towards Afridi.
Ireland and Pakistan are currently playing a three-game Twenty20 International series. Thus far, the two teams have engaged in intense matches, with Pakistan tying the series following their efforts in the second game and Ireland winning the first encounter.
Afridi and the fan were shown bickering in the video that has gone popular on social media, exchanging words with each other. The security team moved quickly to take down the supporter.
When Shaheen Afridi noticed the Afghan fan using derogatory language, she informed the security staff.
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Shaheen Afridi’s bitter words to the Afghan fans while going to the ground from the dressing room.
Shaheen Afridi informed the security head about the matter.
After the incident, the Pakistani security head kicked the suspect out of the ground. pic.twitter.com/c7k6TsoeVu
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Ireland and Pakistan will square off in the series finale
Regarding the current series between Pakistan and Ireland, during the first three games of the series, Ireland stunned Pakistan with a remarkable performance, taking the lead in the series. During the run chase, Andy Balbirnie’s outstanding knock enabled the hosts to record a historic victory.
The Pakistani team captained by Babar Azam was ready for the second Twenty20 International. Pakistan, who bowled first, let up 193 runs in total to Ireland in the first innings. With three wickets to his credit, Shaheen Shah Afridi was the team’s top wicket-taker. With one wicket each from Mohammad Amir and Naseem Shah, Abbas Afridi claimed two wickets.
Opening batsman Mohammad Rizwan of Pakistan produced a fantastic effort in an attempt to meet the target of 194 runs. Alongside Fakhar Zaman, who scored 78 runs in 40 deliveries, the top hitter scored 75* runs in 46 deliveries. Pakistan won the match by seven wickets after chasing the target down in 16.5 overs.
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Now that the series is tied, the third and final Twenty20 International between the two teams will take place on Tuesday, May 14 at Castle Avenue in Dublin. The match will determine the series, and the visitors will be hoping for another strong performance.