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PCB opens disciplinary inquiry amid England Test tour turmoil
Pakistan’s cricket board is investigating reports of poor behavior within the team.
The inquiry began after Pakistan lost its first two Test matches against England.
Seven players were sent home during the tour.
Coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul were also sent back.
Other coaches have taken over their jobs.
The board says it will follow its normal rules.
It also says some reports from outside sources may not be trustworthy.
Former players and experts have criticized the board’s decisions.
Pakistan will play the final Test in Birmingham on September 9.
The Pakistan Cricket Board launched an internal disciplinary inquiry after reports of player misconduct and dressing-room unrest.
Seven players, including Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq and Salman Ali Agha, were sent home after Pakistan lost the first two Tests.
Head coach Sarfaraz Ahmed and bowling coach Umar Gul were also recalled, with Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke taking over their duties.
PCB communications director Amir Mir said the inquiry would follow board regulations and urged the public to rely on official statements.
Pakistan will face England in the third and final Test in Birmingham on September 9, seeking to avoid a series whitewash.
- Who
- The Pakistan Cricket Board, Pakistan’s players and coaching staff, and England’s cricket team are involved.
- What
- The PCB launched an internal disciplinary inquiry after reports of misconduct and dressing-room unrest during Pakistan’s England tour.
- Where
- The first two Tests were played at Headingley and Lord’s, and the final Test will be held in Birmingham, England.
- When
- The inquiry was announced on Monday; the third Test is scheduled to begin on September 9.
- Why
- The inquiry followed Pakistan’s heavy losses and media reports about discipline and behavioral problems within the team.
PCB’s Position
Critics’ Concerns
Inquiry and tour decisions
PCB’s Position
The PCB says it is reviewing discipline and conduct under its standard procedures, while rejecting unverified claims from hostile external sources.
Critics’ Concerns
Former players and experts have strongly criticized the decision to send players and coaches home during an overseas tour, calling the measures unprecedented.
Public information
PCB’s Position
The PCB has urged stakeholders and the public to rely on official communications and said it will not comment further for now.
Critics’ Concerns
The lack of further comment comes amid local media reports of dressing-room unrest and continuing scrutiny of the board’s actions.
Key facts
- Inquiry
- Internal disciplinary inquiry into reports of misconduct and behavioral issues.
- First two Tests
- Pakistan suffered heavy defeats at Headingley and Lord’s.
- Players sent home
- Seven players were recalled, including Mohammad Rizwan, Imam-ul-Haq and Salman Ali Agha.
- Coaching changes
- Sarfaraz Ahmed and Umar Gul were sent home; Mike Hesson and Ashley Noffke assumed their duties.
- Final Test
- Pakistan and England are scheduled to play in Birmingham on September 9.
- Pakistan’s standing
- Pakistan is at the bottom of the World Test Championship standings.
Quotes
Amir Mir
PCB Director of Media and Digital Communications
“The Pakistan Cricket Board has initiated an internal disciplinary inquiry following media reports concerning discipline and conduct, which are currently being reviewed internally. The PCB handles such matters in accordance with its standard procedures. The process is being conducted under PCB regulations, ensuring that all concerned individuals are given due consideration.”
thehansindia.com
“At this stage, any speculative reports or unverified claims circulating on certain platforms, particularly those originating from hostile external sources, should not be regarded as credible. The PCB will not comment further at this time. The Board advises stakeholders and the public to rely on official PCB communications.”
thehansindia.com
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