The opening match of the Tri-Nation T20 Series between Pakistan and Afghanistan turned chaotic as Afghan fans reportedly forced their way into the Sharjah Cricket Stadium without tickets, creating a security scare before the game began.

 

According to media reports, a dedicated entry gate for Afghan supporters collapsed after ticketless fans pushed through. Security officials struggled to control the surge, raising serious questions about the arrangements for this high-voltage clash.

 

Organizers had anticipated trouble and introduced strict measures to avoid confrontations between rival fans. They assigned separate enclosures, different entry points, and even distinct ticket colors green for Pakistan supporters and blue for Afghan supporters.

 

Earlier, Afghanistan captain Rashid Khan had urged fans to stay calm and avoid ugly scenes ahead of the series. Despite his appeal, chaos erupted minutes before the toss, overshadowing what was expected to be a thrilling contest.

 

On the field, Pakistan dominated. Men in Green crushed Afghanistan by 39 runs, making a strong start.

 

The tri-series continues today, with Pakistan taking on hosts UAE in Sharjah. Organizers now face the heat to prevent another security breach, especially with more Pakistan-Afghanistan clashes likely, including a possible final.