Karachi, Pakistan – Web Desk: Pakistan international cricketer Fakhar Zaman could face a significant suspension in the Pakistan Super League after being charged with a Level 3 breach of the code of conduct over alleged ball-tampering.
The incident occurred during a match between Lahore Qalandars and Karachi Kings, where officials raised concerns about suspicious activity involving the ball just before the start of the 20th over.
On-field umpires took immediate action by replacing the ball and awarding five penalty runs to Karachi Kings.
According to match officials, Fakhar Zaman has been formally charged under Level 3 regulations, which cover serious breaches of conduct and can result in multi-match bans.
The left-handed batter denied the allegation during the initial hearing. A final decision is expected after a second hearing conducted by match referee Roshan Mahanama.
Sources indicate that, if found guilty, Fakhar Zaman could face a suspension of three or more matches, dealing a major blow to Lahore Qalandars’ campaign in the tournament.
The Pakistan Super League has maintained strict disciplinary standards in recent seasons, particularly regarding ball-tampering and on-field conduct, to uphold the integrity of the competition.
The outcome of the hearing is likely to have significant implications for both the player and the ongoing PSL season.
