Mohsin Naqvi with Pakistan team during team dinner - (Source: AFP)In a significant development, reports suggest that Pakistani stars Naseem Shah and Hasan Nawaz faced humiliation at the PCB’s team dinner held on October 8. The incident occurred at the gathering called by PCB head Mohsin Naqvi ahead of the Sri Lanka vs Pakistan T20I series.The three-match series is underway between Pakistan and Sri Lanka, and it has marked a massive overhaul in Pakistan’s plans, including the return of likes of Naseem Shah. Marking a new era, Mohsin Naqvi decided to host the Sahibzada Farhan-led side for a team dinner.Naseem Shah, Hasan Nawaz Humiliated At Team DinnerThe report from The Tribune mentioned that Naseem Shah and Hasan Nawaz greeted Mohsin Naqvi with their caps on, which didn’t go well with the team manager. They were quickly asked to take their caps off, which became a humiliating moment for the two cricketers.The matter spread like wildfire on the internet, and social media was divided. A section argued that the players should have maintained basic decency while greeting the PCB chair, and the other section argued that the matter was blown out of proportion.ALSO READPakistan vs Sri Lanka Powerplay and Death Over Specialists- 2nd T20I, SL Tour of PAK 2026Fortunately, the incident didn’t have any impact on their selection, and they both made it to the playing XI for the 1st T20I, which was comfortably won by Pakistan while chasing a total of 183.Naseem Shah Shines, Hasan Nawaz StrugglesTalking about the 1st T20I, Naseem Shah marked a brilliant return to cricket after 8 months of absence and was the pick of the bowlers. The right-arm seamer took a three-wicket haul and registered the figures of 3/36 in his 4 overs.Naseem took the crucial wickets of Lahiru Udara, skipper Kusal Mendis, and Dunith Wellalage. On the other hand, Hasan Nawaz struggled and got out scoring just 1 (2).However, Nawaz’ form is not a big concern for Pakistan team because he is fresh off a brilliant knock during the 2026 Asian Games final against India. The 24-year-old scored 96 (51) against India.ALSO READRawalpindi Stadium Pitch Report, Weather Report For PAK vs SL 2nd T20I 2026
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