Pakistan's Cricket World Cup preparations have been rocked by eight players reportedly being fined for breaking a team curfew.
The news comes as Pakistan prepare for a crucial opening match against arch-rivals and title-holders India in Adelaide on Sunday.
"Eight of the Pakistan players, which also included former captain Shahid Afridi and opener Ahmed Shehzad, were fined A$300 [NZ$313] after they came late to their Sydney hotel on Sunday," news agency AFP reported, quoting sources who wanted to remain anonymous.
"These players went with their friends for dinner, but came back late."
Team management, led by former military man Naveed Cheema, were furious at their late arrival.
The report said the players, who apologised for their actions, had been told that if such a breach was repeated "they will be sent home on the first available flight".
Pakistan, the 1992 World Cup winners, have taken a strict stance with this tournament, banning players from using social media.
They have placed special emphasis on their tournament opener which is expected to attract a global TV audience of more than one billion viewers.
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