PCB probe deepens after Lord’s debacle
Amir Mir said the board is reviewing alleged breaches under its rules, with possible fines or bans if wrongdoing is proven.
- The Pakistan Cricket Board launched an internal disciplinary inquiry following reports of conduct breaches during the national team's tour of England, reviewing matters under standard internal procedures.
- Turmoil intensified after the team's heavy defeat at the Lord's Test, prompting the removal of head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul alongside seven players sent home.
- Reports suggest the inquiry has widened to include mobile phone data from players Imam-ul-Haq and Mohammad Rizwan, with sources alleging a security officer retained their devices during their stay in London.
- PCB Director Media Amir Mir confirmed the ongoing inquiry on Monday, emphasizing that all individuals will receive due consideration while cautioning against "speculative reports or unverified claims."
- Officials may impose heavy fines or bans if evidence of wrongdoing is established, while white-ball coach Mike Hesson has been tasked with leading the red-ball side for the second Test at Edgbaston.
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Match-fixing alarm bells ring in Pakistan, probe launched after Lord's Test
The PCB has opened an internal disciplinary inquiry into the Pakistan team during the England Test series. The move comes after two heavy defeats, sweeping changes and rising speculation that the board has publicly rejected.
The disciplinary investigation has further compounded the Pakistani team's difficulties. The Pakistan Cricket Board has neither revealed the names of the players involved nor provided full details of the allegations underlying the investigation. Therefore, it will be necessary to wait for the investigation to be completed before any conclusions can be drawn on the matter.
PCB launches internal disciplinary inquiry ahead of Edgbaston Test, amid reports on Imam, Rizwan - The Tribune
As per a statement from PCB media director Amir Mir, the board is reviewing matters related to "discipline and conduct" internally, and the process was being done as per its regulations.
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