Summary
Lahore Qalandars were penalized for ball tampering in a Pakistan Super League match against Karachi Kings. Umpires awarded Karachi five extra runs, helping them win the game with a few balls remaining. The incident involved changing the condition of the cricket ball, which is against the rules.
Key Facts
- Lahore Qalandars faced a penalty for ball tampering in their match against Karachi Kings.
- Umpires gave Karachi Kings five penalty runs for the rule violation.
- The penalty occurred before the final over, shifting the win in Karachi's favor.
- TV umpire initially noticed the irregularity, which was later confirmed by on-field umpires.
- The condition of the cricket ball was altered, which is not allowed under cricket rules.
- The match ended with Karachi Kings winning by four wickets.
- Shaheen Afridi, captain of Lahore Qalandars, said more discussion would happen after reviewing footage.
- Laws of cricket clearly state players cannot change the ball's condition, except for shining it.
