With the T20I Tri-Nation series between Afghanistan, Pakistan, and the UAE drawing closer, the Sharjah Cricket Stadium has taken a revolutionary step to provide safety and prevent clashes during matches involving high tension, particularly between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Different Seating for PAK and AFG Fans In a report by Geo News, the authorities in Sharjah decided to provide separated stands for fans of various nationalities. This measure has been taken prior to the T20I Tri-Series, beginning on August 29, and is aimed at avoiding trouble in the crowd that has happened in past matches between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Violence in the stands between the fans of the two nations has led to severe injuries in previous matches. The games have been highly charged, on and off the pitch. With supporters set to converge in large numbers, particularly in a nation like the UAE, where sizeable Afghan and Pakistani communities reside, the decision is intended to prevent unnecessary mayhem and ensure that there is a peaceful cricketing atmosphere. Also Read | Watch: Akhil Chaudhary Grabs Catch of the Match to Dismiss Shivam in DPL Here are some previous instances: Stupidity at its peak!Afghanistan fans beating the Pakistan cricket team supporters after losing the match.#pakvafg #cwc19 pic.twitter.com/XCzxTOcn7p — munna. 🇵🇰 (@being_tammy) June 29, 2019 Clash between Pakistan and Afghanistan fans after yesterday's cricket match. Afg vs Pak has replaced Ind vs Pak. pic.twitter.com/eCyItPC5px — Facts (@BefittingFacts) September 8, 2022 Sharjah Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 16,000, will be jammed to the rafters during this tournament. Only seats for fans will be allocated in designated areas according to nationality, so Pakistani and Afghan fans will not occupy the same seating areas. A new security procedure will also be adopted to make the proceedings smooth at the matches. There is a high-pressure environment buildup being anticipated by the authorities, particularly because Pakistan and Afghanistan are going to face each other at least twice throughout the tournament. Also Read | Watch: Ervine Juggles and Grabs Stunning Slip Catch to Dismiss Ravindra A Look at the Pakistan-Afghanistan Rivalry Pakistan and Afghanistan have faced each others in seven T20I matches, with Pakistan winning four and Afghanistan taking three. Their recent encounters have been dramatic and charged with emotion, heightening expectations for their next encounter. Initially designed as a bilateral series between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the tournament has now been revamped into a Tri-Nation Series with the inclusion of UAE as the third team. The addition of UAE is to enhance the reach and popularity of the tournament. The tournament will take place from August 29 to September 7, before the Asia Cup kicks off on September 9. Pakistan vs. Afghanistan will be the first match, and the final will be on September 7, with the two top teams of the group stage.