Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq, released for domestic cricket as Pakistan’s probe draws to a close
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi has confirmed that Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq have been cleared to play domestic cricket, even as the investigation into alleged dressing room leaks during the England tour nears its conclusion.
This is being investigated by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA). two Pakistani players after the team’s 0-3 Test series defeat against England. The investigation centers on allegations that confidential information and internal matters were leaked from the dressing room during the tour.
Naqvi confirmed to the media in Lahore on Thursday that the two players have been cleared to play in domestic cricket despite the ongoing investigation. He also said the agency was close to completing its investigation, although it needed more clarification from Rizwan before presenting its findings.
“I have spoken to the NCCIA and they need more clarification from Rizwan, then they will submit their findings in a few days, though I cannot give an exact date,” Naqvi said, according to PTI.
The PCB chairman’s comments suggest that the investigation could reach its conclusion in the coming days. However, he stopped short of providing a firm timetable for the report.
CENTRAL CONTRACTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON
Naqvi also addressed the delay in the announcement Pakistan Central Contractssaying that the process was close to completion and that the list would be published soon.
“I think they are finished or will be finished by tomorrow,” he added.
The PCB has delayed the announcement of its latest central contracts by around three months. The previous contracts expired on July 31, so the players were waiting for their revised terms to be clarified.
NAQVI ADDRESSES PSL FINANCE
Naqvi was also asked about reports of financial constraints surrounding the Pakistan Super League (PSL). In response, he pointed to the amounts paid for the league’s new franchises and the sale of Multan Sultans, arguing that franchise owners should have realistic expectations of a return on their investment.
“Whatever the owners of these new franchises know, they cannot expect profits after a year or two and they had to do a feasibility report before joining the PSL,” he said.
The PCB chairman added that owners who wanted to sell their franchises at a profit could do so, provided they followed the rules and regulations of the league.
NAQVI SUPPORT PAKISTAN CRICKET TEAM
Naqvi also expressed confidence in the direction of Pakistan cricket and said that he trusts his team to handle cricketing affairs and expects better results once the next batch of young players is ready.
“I am there to support them all the way and we expect much better results when the next batch of young players are ready in the next six months,” he said.
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