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Another Embarrassment for Pakistan Cricket: Legends Team Goes Missing on Match Day

Pakistan cricket has once again found itself at the centre of an embarrassing controversy, this time even in Legends cricket. Over the years, Pakistan cricket has faced several controversies, including serious episodes involving spot-fixing and ball-tampering. The current World Championship…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 4:20 AM
Another Embarrassment for Pakistan Cricket: Legends Team Goes Missing on Match Day
Key Things to Know
  • Pakistan Champions failed to appear for their scheduled World Championship of Legends match against Bangladesh Champions.
  • The October 3 fixture at Sharjah Cricket Stadium was officially postponed citing technical reasons.
  • Captain Shahid Afridi reportedly remained in Pakistan and missed the pre-tournament captains' photoshoot.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Pakistan Champions failed to take the field for their scheduled World Championship of Legends 2026 fixture against Bangladesh Champions on October 3 at Sharjah Cricket Stadium. Fans arrived expecting to see former stars such as Shahid Afridi, Mohammad Hafeez, and Mohammad Amir, but the match was officially postponed due to technical reasons.

Reports indicated that captain Shahid Afridi had not traveled to the UAE and missed the pre-tournament captains' photoshoot. Questions also emerged over whether the Pakistan Cricket Board had issued the required No-Objection Certificates to the players, leaving supporters disappointed without official clarity.

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