PCB issues new guidelines (Screengrab) The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued new guidelines for all Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises following a breach of security protocols at the team hotel, making it clear that any further breach will not be tolerated.The move came after Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza, currently representing the Lahore Qalandars, shared on social media that he was grateful to the PCB for allowing him to meet his family at the team hotel.In response, the PCB sent an official communication to all franchises and stakeholders stating that players and team officials are not allowed to meet family members at the team hotel without prior approval. The board mandated that such requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
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